Welcome to the State of California

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Pupil Personnel Services

How do I apply for the credential?

California Trained
You must apply for your credential through the California college or university where your program was completed.

Out-of-State Trained
First-time applications for credentials must include all of the following:

  • a completed application [PDF]

  • any supporting documentation (i.e., transcripts, copies of out-of-state credentials, etc)

  • application processing fee [PDF]

  • a copy of the Request for LiveScan Service Form [PDF] must be attached to the application packet as proof that fingerprints were taken and the fingerprint processing fees paid. Out-of-state residents only (with out-of-state addresses) have the option of submitting two completed fingerprint cards (FD-258) in lieu of a LiveScan receipt. If submitting fingerprint cards, 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 CAWOrders@ctc.ca.gov. This e-mail address is for ordering materials only. Credential questions sent to this e-mail address will not be answered.


Did we answer your question? If not, click here to email our credential staff. It takes approximately 3 to 5 business days to receive a response to your email.

Updated November 26, 2007