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

California’s New Pre-Kindergarten through Third Grade Teaching Credential Programs Aim to Address Teacher Shortage, Provide Specialized Early Learner Instruction
The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing continues to approve a growing number of teaching credential programs for those who want to instruct and inspire the state’s youngest learners in pre-kindergarten through third grade (PK-3).
March 5, 2025

California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Executive Director Mary Vixie Sandy to Receive National Award for Distinguished Achievement in Teacher Education
AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) today announced Mary Vixie Sandy, Ed.D., executive director of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, as the 2025 recipient of the AACTE David G. Imig Award for Distinguished Achievement in Teacher Education.
January 23, 2025

Updated September 16, 2025