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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‘Teach for California’ Media Campaign Launches to Inspire Careers in the Classroom, Promote New Student Teacher Stipend Program

The new Teach for California media campaign aims to inspire the next generation of educators with the $10,000 Student Teacher Stipend Program prominently featured as the Golden State’s latest incentive to support those entering the teaching profession.

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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.

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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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Application Deadline for Educator Preparation Student Liaison to the Commission has been Extended

Jul 14, 2025

Application Deadline for Educator Preparation Student Liaison to the Commission has been Extended

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. The deadline to submit the application is July 31, 2025.

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

May 13, 2025

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 11, 2025.

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Sacramento, CA 95811

 

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