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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

Press Contact:

For interview and information requests, please reach out to media@ctc.ca.gov.

Press Releases

New Resources Help Put Quality Teacher Preparation Within Reach Amid Growing Demand Across California
The State Collaborative for California’s Educator Workforce has released a new suite of tools to make high quality teacher preparation programs more accessible and affordable to prospective teachers across the state.
September 23, 2024

New California Law Aims to Address Teacher Shortage by Easing Entry into Credential Programs
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is optimistic that a new state law intended to address the teacher shortage will help eliminate barriers to the profession and attract more prospective educators into classrooms.
July 17, 2024

California introduces pre-K through 3rd grade teaching credential to elevate early childhood education workforce and outcomes
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing has established a new teaching credential for pre-kindergarten through third grade that recognizes the importance of early education in shaping the academic, social, and emotional development of young learners.
May 21, 2024

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