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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Teaching Is a Calling – Answer It with Us!

Begin Your Teaching Journey

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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California Grant Delivers on Goal to Increase Diversity Among School Administrators

Hundreds of educators are pursuing an administrative services credential through the Diverse Education Leaders Pipeline Initiative (DELPI) made possible by $10 million in state funding.

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Family and Community Engagement Month highlights key elements of updated California Standards for the Teaching Profession

November marks Family and Community Engagement Month which recognizes that students whose families and communities participate in their education perform better academically, have higher graduation rates, and develop stronger social-emotional skills.

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Credential Information Alert (CIA) 25-08

Dec 16, 2025

Credential Information Alert (CIA) 25-08
CIA 25-08: Additional Documents Available as Courtesy and Direct Applications Through CTC Online is now available.

Report to the Legislature on the California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program 2025

Dec 15, 2025

Report to the Legislature on the California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program 2025
This report provides an annual update, including background information and data, on the California Classified School Employee Teacher Credentialing Program as required by statute for transmittal to the Legislature by January 1st for each year of the grant program.

Report to the Legislature on the Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Grants Program

Dec 15, 2025

Report to the Legislature on the Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Grants Program
This report provides an annual update, including background information and data, on the Integrated Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Grants Program as required by statute for transmittal to the Legislature each year of the grant program.

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