Loyola Marymount University is proud to be a recognized leader in the field of teacher education.  Our innovative Teacher Preparation programs are designed to serve those who strive to be professional, responsible, and caring teachers who will succeed in a variety of culturally and linguistically diverse school settings.  Our programs provide a firm groundwork in research-based best practices, and prepare our graduates to serve not only as effective teachers, but as leaders and advocates for equity and excellence in education.

Our candidates benefit from a strong support network, including comprehensive support for completing the academic and administrative requirements needed to obtain a California credential.  All of our credential programs are authorized by the state of California.

All of our Teacher Preparation Programs lead to a combined MA and California SB2042 Preliminary Teaching Credential.  Based on their professional goals, candidates can specialize in Elementary education (teaching grades K-5 in multiple subjects) or Secondary education (teaching grades 6-12 in a single subject).  Candidates who wish to specialize in Literacy education may opt to pursue that track, focusing on either the elementary or secondary credential.  Click a link below to learn more about a particular program.

Combined MA in Elementary Education and Preliminary 2042 Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential

Combined MA in Secondary Education and Preliminary 2042 Single Subject Teaching Credential

Combined MA in Literacy and Language Arts and Preliminary 2042 Teaching Credential


LMU offers a distinct program in Bilingual education, with an emphasis on either Spanish or Chinese.  Click here for information.  Note that language proficiency is a requirement for the bilingual programs.

LMU also offers an intern program for current, fulltime public school teachers who wish to earn their 2042 Preliminary Teaching Credential while they teach.  Click here for information on the intern/practitioner option.