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California Commission on Teacher Credentialing California educator licensing, credentialing, enforcement of professional practices, standards for educator preparation and discipline of credential holders
About the Commission - California The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is an agency in the Executive Branch of California State Government It was created in 1970 by the Ryan Act and is the oldest of the autonomous state standards boards in the nation
Credentialing Information - California Alert: The Commission public website, Educator Search and Online Services for Educators and Agencies will be down for maintenance from 5:00PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Contact Us - California Make your way to the Commission Public Counter located in the Southeast Tower lobby The Commission staff at the Commission Public Counter will provide further information about the meeting room and location
Credential Requirements - California Alert: The Commission public website, Educator Search and Online Services for Educators and Agencies will be down for maintenance from 5:00PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Renew Your Document - California You should renew both your basic teaching credential and your dependent credential in the same transaction If you do not renew both documents at the same time, the system may not allow you to renew the dependent credential until the basic credential has been renewed
Pathways to Credentialing - California To teach in California, you will need to earn a credential by completing a Commission-approved teacher preparation program There are several pathways to choose from
Apply for a New Document - California If you completed a teacher preparation program in California, or your employer (such as a school district or county office of education) is assisting with your credential or permit application, please consult with them before submitting an application
Credentials FAQ - General Questions - California I don't know the name of the credential I want to apply for on the 41-4 application form What should I do? Do I have to be licensed to teach in California's public schools? What does my credential authorize me to teach? Can't find your answer? Send us a message using the link below