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The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (Commission) is an agency in the Executive Branch of State Government. Created in 1970 by the Ryan Act, it is the oldest of the autonomous state teaching standards board in the nation.

The Commission is responsible for the following in California:

  • Developing program standards and accrediting educator credential preparation programs
  • Issuing credentials and permits for service in California's public schools
  • Educator disciplinary actions

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2024 Annual Report

Press Releases

California teacher preparation programs enroll growing number of Hispanic candidates signaling a significant demographic shift in the teaching profession
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing recognizes the current and growing contributions of Hispanic educators during National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct.15, 2025.
September 15, 2025

California Education Leaders Unite to Strengthen, Transform Future of Teacher Workforce
The California State Educator Workforce Collaborative, a first-ever partnership of 12 education agencies and institutions, today released a new report and forward-looking vision outlining the critical need for a coordinated statewide approach to long-term teacher workforce planning.
July 29, 2025

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Reports Positive Gains in Teacher Workforce with Increase of New Credentials Issued
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing reports a rise in the number of newly issued teaching credentials in the 2023-24 academic year, signaling a promising development in addressing the state’s teacher shortage.
April 15, 2025

Stories

New Education Career Counselor Contact Form
By Anita Fitzhugh
December 2024

In the Media

Mary Vixie Sandy to Receive National Award for Teacher Education 
EdSource, West Sacramento News Ledger, Davis Enterprise, The Daily Democrat
January 2025

An Eye on Education: How Good Are Teacher Preparation Programs in California
Daily Republic
January 2025

Updated September 16, 2025