Are there any drawbacks to joining a district intern program versus a traditional path (e.g. college)?
Yes, related to a one-time credential and earning more than one credential through the same program. A teacher can process only one intern (university or district) credential in California (one per credential type). If for some reason you do not complete your intern program, you may not be able to re-join an intern program to complete it later. As well, in a district intern program you can earn only the credential that matches your teaching position. Consequently, you cannot complete more than one credential at a time (e.g. multiple subject and education specialist). There are some colleges that have blended programs through which you can earn more than one credential and/or degree without completing an entire program for each.
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