Commission on
Teacher Credentialing

California educators empower the next generation to realize their potential and pursue their passions. Educators create a lasting impact on the state’s diverse communities of students and schools, all while enjoying a rewarding career.

If you are a current educator, we are here to support you. If you are an aspiring educator, we can help you take the first step towards earning a credential.

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California’s Teacher Supply Reaches Decade High

Teacher Appreciation Week is recognized from May 4-8, 2026, and California has good news to report on its investments to build a stronger, well-prepared, and diverse educator workforce. The latest teacher supply report shows a 16% year-over-year increase in the number of newly issued Multiple Subject, Single Subject, Education Specialist, and PK-3 Early Childhood Education Specialist teaching credentials.

Yanfang Yang with second grade students.

Building Bridges: California Teachers Leverage Linguistic Skills to Support Students

April is National Bilingual/Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month, a time to recognize the assets, needs, and achievements of bilingual and multilingual learners as well as the ongoing efforts to prepare highly qualified bilingual teachers.

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California Grant Delivers on Goal to Increase Diversity Among School Administrators

Hundreds of educators are pursuing an administrative services credential through the Diverse Education Leaders Pipeline Initiative (DELPI) made possible by $10 million in state funding.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Meeting Schedule

Announcements

June 2026 Commission Meeting Agenda

Jun 12, 2026

June 2026 Commission Meeting Agenda
The June 2026 Commission Agenda is now available. Item 5A will be posted prior to the meeting.

Note: The Commission will go into Closed Session immediately following agenda items 2A, 2B and 2C on Thursday, June 25. The remaining General Session items will be presented beginning at 8:30 am on Friday, June 26.

Applications for Educator Preparation Student Liaison to the Commission Now Being Accepted

May 28, 2026

Applications for Educator Preparation Student Liaison to the Commission Now Being Accepted
The Commission’s Policy Manual provides for the appointment of a student enrolled in an educator preparation program to represent the views and experiences of students as a liaison to the Commission. Interested parties must complete the application form and send it, with all additional requested documentation, to the attention of the Executive Office at the address provided on the form. More information is available via the Commission Website. Deans and Directors of California educator preparation programs are encouraged to share this information with students enrolled in preparation programs. Applications must be received by July 17, 2026.