Open a Credential File
好色先生 Credential Candidates must open a file with the College of Education Credential Center, a California Commission on Teacher Credentialing-approved program sponsor, prior to student teaching, fieldwork or their final semester.
Please go to the Student Success & Advising Center for the appropriate forms and timelines.
Please read the appropriate information sheet for the authorization or credential you are completing and then complete steps 1-3 below:
- Document
- Bilingual Authorization
- Preliminary Administrative Services Credential
- Reading and Literacy Added Authorization
- School Counseling Credential
- School Psychology Credential
- Teacher Librarian Services Credential includes Digital Literacy-Special Class Authorization
Step 1: Pay $25 . If you have any questions regarding the $25 fee, please contact the Credential Center prior to payment, as this fee is non-refundable.
Step 2: Gather required documents (see appropriate information sheet above). Please make sure to title each document clearly with your name, campus ID, and description. For example: LastName_CampusID_Payment Receipt
Step 3: Complete the appropriate online form below (and upload documents) for the authorization or credential you are completing:
- includes Digital Literacy-Special Class Authorization