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Secondary (Single Subject) Teaching Credential Guide

I have completed a teacher preparation program outside of the United States and wish to obtain certification in California at the secondary level.

Individuals who have completed a teacher preparation program outside of the United States may apply for their initial credential by submitting an application packet directly to the Commission with all of the following:

  1. Foreign transcript evaluation showing completion of a baccalaureate or higher degree from a college or university that has been deemed to be equivalent to a regionally-accredited institution in the United States (See leaflet Foreign Transcript Evaluation [PDF])

  2. Foreign transcript evaluation showing completion of a professional preparation program in secondary education, including student teaching, taken at a college or university that has been deemed to be equivalent to a regionally-accredited institution in the United States (See leaflet Foreign Transcript Evaluation [PDF])

  3. Issued or eligible for a comparable teaching credential earned in a country other than the United States. The credential does not have to be valid at the time of the application. A photocopy of the credential is acceptable verification of this requirement.

  4. Completed application [PDF]and, if not previously submitted to the Commission, a completed LiveScan Receipt [PDF]. Out-of-state residents have the option of submitting two fingerprint cards in lieu of a LiveScan receipt. If submitting fingerprint cards, current fingerprint processing fees must accompany the application packet in addition to the application processing fee. Fingerprint cards may be ordered by sending an e-mail to credentials@ctc.ca.gov.

  5. Application processing fees [PDF]


Updated November 26, 2007