Choose the type of out-of-state general education teaching certification you hold for details on California's requirements. Note that you must hold a professional-level credential* from another state or U.S. territory to qualify for California teaching certification based on out-of-state preparation.

 

Elementary Teaching Middle School TeachingHigh School Teaching

 

For information on additional types of California certification please visit the Commission's Credential Requirements page.

*Generally, documents with the following terminology do not meet the definition of a professional-level credential:

  • Intern/Internship documents
  • Apprentice documents
  • Temporary/Non-renewable documents
  • Documents with requirements to complete subject matter examinations

 

Updated November 23, 2021