Credential Processing

All candidates are required to hold a valid California teaching credential authorizing the teaching of physical education in any grade K – 12 or a credential authorizing instruction or services in special education.

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing.

Clear

• Advising Form - Submit the Kinesiology Adapted Physical Education Advising Form completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.
• Program Coordinator Verification – Obtain approval via email from the Program Coordinator verifying eligibility to proceed with the credential application.

All candidates are required to hold a valid California clear or life basic/services credential (excludes Emergency, Short-Term Staff and Provisional Internship Permits) requiring a bachelor’s degree and program of professional preparation, including student teaching/field practice, or a valid California clear or life Designated Subjects credential, provided the holder also possesses a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Additionally, all candidates must submit verification of at least five (5) years of successful full-time teaching or service experience from the personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature). NOTE: Full-time experience is defined to be a minimum of four hours per day, five days a week, for 75% of a school year. Substitute or part-time service does not apply.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Internship Employment Contract/letter. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application. NOTE: The term of the internship credential may be limited due to the expiration date of the prerequisite credential.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of their Internship Employment Contract/letter completed by the employing school district/agency personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature) containing the intern position and beginning date (month/day/year) of employment.
• Intern Eligibility Letter - Submit verification from the Program Coordinator confirming internship eligibility status.
• Program Plan – Submit an Intern Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

Certificate of Eligibility

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program completion date.

• CalAPA - Submit the official passage of the CalAPA Cycle Performance Summary Score Report (pdf with unique barcode).
• Program Plan – Submit a Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

Preliminary

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date provided by the employing agency on the CL-777 form, provided the date is not earlier than the program completion date and is no more than one month prior to the receipt of the application.

• CL-777 – Submit Verification of Employment as an Administrator form completed by the employing school district/agency personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature).
• CalAPA - Submit the official passage of the CalAPA Cycle Performance Summary Score Report (pdf with unique barcode).

• Program Plan – Submit a Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

   

All candidates are required to hold a valid California Preliminary or Clear Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential with an English Learner authorization.

All candidates must be officially and unconditionally admitted to the University and to the Bilingual Added Authorization program to be formally recommended for the added authorization by CSUSB.  Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed. 

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program completion date.

Clear

• Observation Hours - Submit the log(s) verifying completion of 20 observation hours in a Spanish Dual Immersion Program.

• Language Proficiency – Submit the Spanish Proficiency Assessment Results.

  Note: If coursework was required, submit written documentation from the Program Coordinator identifying the list of approved language proficient coursework.

• Valid Credential – Submit a copy of a valid California Preliminary or Clear Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential with English Learner authorization.

As of April 22, 2026, the Special Subjects and Supervision and Coordination credential programs have been moved to inactive status. Individuals interested in either credential should refer to the CTC website for a list of other approved credential sponsors.

Effective May 6, 2026, the Adult Education (AE) and Career Technical Education (CTE) credential programs are not currently accepting new candidates. Our office is only accepting and processing applications for the Clear Designated Subjects AE and CTE Credentials.

Individuals interested in obtaining the Preliminary Designated Subjects AE or CTE Credential should refer to the CTC website for a list of other approved credential sponsors.

Clear Adult Education

All candidates are required to hold a valid California Preliminary Designated Subjects: Adult Education (AE) Teaching Credential.

Complete applications may be submitted via email to credrec@csusb.edu, USPS mail or in person after all coursework and program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application was officially accepted by Credential Processing.

U.S. Constitution

Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course or approved examination covering the United States Constitution. Note: We do not accept examinations from NDNU.

Health Education

Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course covering the study of nutrition, the physiological and sociological effects of abuse of alcohol, narcotics, and drugs, and the use of tobacco. Note: Verification is not required if HSCI 5240 has been completed at CSUSB.

CPR

Submit verification of a valid CPR card/certificate verifying hands-on training covering infant, child and adult (on-line CPR training is not acceptable). The card/certificate needs to include agency information, candidate's full name, specific training, the issuance and expiration dates (month/day/year).

Teaching Experience

Submit verification of two (2) years of successful teaching experience in the industry sector named on the credential and within the validity of the preliminary credential.

Verification must be provided on official district or agency letterhead and include the following:

1. Employee’s position.
2. Subject area(s) taught.
3. Part-time or Full-time status.
4. Beginning and ending date of employment.
5. Name and title of individual completing the letter.

The letter must be completed by an authorized representative of the Human Resources/Personnel office and include an authenticated electronic signature (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Sign or DocuSign).

Note: Community College teaching experience is not acceptable.

Program Plan

Submit an updated Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

Clear Career Technical Education

All candidates are required to hold a valid California Preliminary Designated Subjects: Career Technical Education (CTE) Teaching Credential.

Complete applications may be submitted via email to credrec@csusb.edu, USPS mail or in person after all coursework and program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application was officially accepted by Credential Processing.

U.S. Constitution

Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course or approved examination covering the United States Constitution. Note: We do not accept examinations from NDNU.

Health Education

Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course covering the study of nutrition, the physiological and sociological effects of abuse of alcohol, narcotics, and drugs, and the use of tobacco. Note: Verification is not required if HSCI 5240 has been completed at CSUSB.

CPR

Submit verification of a valid CPR card/certificate verifying hands-on training covering infant, child and adult (on-line CPR training is not acceptable). The card/certificate needs to include agency information, candidate's full name, specific training, the issuance and expiration dates (month/day/year).

Note: Individuals who verified CPR certification for the Preliminary (issued 07/01/2025 or after) will not be held to this requirement when applying for the Clear Credential.

Teaching Experience

Submit verification of two (2) years of successful teaching experience in the industry sector named on the credential and within the validity of the preliminary credential.

Verification must be provided on official district or agency letterhead and include the following:

1. Employee’s position.
2. Subject area(s) taught.
3. Part-time or Full-time status.
4. Beginning and ending date of employment.
5. Name and title of individual completing the letter.

The letter must be completed by an authorized representative of the Human Resources/Personnel office and include an authenticated electronic signature (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Sign or DocuSign).

Note: Community College teaching experience is not acceptable.

Program Plan

Submit an updated Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

All candidates (excluding Early Childhood Special Education) must submit verification of subject matter. The subject matter requirement can be met via one of the C.T.C. approved options (CTC Subject Matter Requirements). Candidates demonstrating subject matter via the CSET examination must submit the official results (pdf with unique barcode) for all subtests.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Internship Employment Contract/letter. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of the Employment Contract/letter completed by the employing school district/agency personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature) verifying employment as an intern, the specific intern setting (ECSE, MMSN or ESN), and beginning date (month/day/year) of employment.

Preliminary

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program completion date.

• EdSp CalTPA - Submit the official passage of the EdSp CalTPA Cycle Performance Summary Score Report (pdf with unique barcode).
• Literacy Requirement - Submit official passage of the RICA (pdf with unique barcode), Foundations of Reading examination or 25/26 version of CalTPA Literacy Cycle (pdf with unique barcode).
• U.S. Constitution - Submit official verification of successful completion of a college-level course or approved examination covering the United States Constitution.
• CPR – Submit verification of a valid CPR card/certificate verifying hands-on training covering infant, child and adult (on-line CPR training is not acceptable). The card/certificate needs to include agency information, candidate’s full name, specific training, the issuance and expiration dates (month/day/year).
• Program Plan - Submit an updated Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

All candidates must submit verification of subject matter. The subject matter requirement can be met via one of the C.T.C. approved options (CTC Subject Matter Requirements). Candidates demonstrating subject matter via the CSET examination must submit the official results (pdf with unique barcode) for all subtests.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Notification of Employment form. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of the Notification of Employment form (with all fields completed and authenticated electronic signatures).
• Program Plan – Submit an Intern Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

NOTE: The Multiple Subject w/Bilingual Added Authorization Candidates will submit the Intern Multiple Subject Bilingual Added Authorization Program Plan completed and signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Preliminary

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework and/or a degree is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program and/or degree completion date.

• CalTPA - Submit the official passage of the CalTPA Cycle Performance Summary Score Report (pdf with unique barcode).
• Literacy Requirement - Submit official passage of the RICA (pdf with unique barcode), Foundations of Reading examination or 25/26 version of CalTPA Literacy Cycle (pdf with unique barcode).
• U.S. Constitution - Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course or approved examination covering the United States Constitution.
• CPR - Submit verification of a valid CPR card/certificate verifying hands-on training covering infant, child and adult (on-line CPR training is not acceptable). The card/certificate needs to include agency information, candidate’s full name, specific training, the issuance and expiration dates (month/day/year).
• Program Plan - If any program coursework has been substituted, submit an updated Program Plan signed by the Program Coordinator.

NOTE: The Multiple Subject w/Bilingual Added Authorization Candidates will submit the Multiple Subject Bilingual Added Authorization Program Plan completed and signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator as well as the exit letter signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator confirming eligibility to proceed with the credential application.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Internship Employment Contract/letter. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of the Employment Contract/letter completed by the employing school district/agency personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature) verifying employment as an intern, specific intern position and beginning date (month/day/year) of employment.
• Intern Eligibility Letter - Submit verification from the Program Coordinator confirming internship eligibility status.
• Program Plan - Submit an updated Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

Clear

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed 

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program completion date.

• Program Plan - Submit an updated Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Internship Employment Contract/letter. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of the Employment Contract/letter completed by the employing school district/agency personnel office (with an authenticated electronic signature) verifying employment as an intern, specific intern position and beginning date (month/day/year) of employment.
• Intern Eligibility Letter - Submit verification from the Program Coordinator confirming internship eligibility status.

Clear

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework and/or a degree is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program and/or degree completion date.

• Masters/Education Specialist Degree - Conferral (degree date must be posted on the official transcript) of a master's degree in a related field or the Education Specialist Degree in School Psychology. NOTE: Credential Processing staff will verify the degree.

All candidates must submit verification of subject matter. The subject matter requirement can be met via one of the C.T.C. approved options (CTC Subject Matter Requirements). Candidates demonstrating subject matter via the CSET examination must submit the official results (pdf with unique barcode) for all subtests.

Intern

The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid Learning Site Agreement (aka: Memorandum of Understanding) on file with the Program Coordinator and university. The recommended credential issuance date will be the beginning date the employing school district/agency specifies on the Notification of Employment form. Please note the beginning date of employment cannot be prior to the intern eligibility date and more than two months prior to the submission date of the credential application.

• Intern Employment Contract - Submit a copy of the Notification of Employment form (with all fields completed and authenticated electronic signatures).
• Program Plan – Submit an Intern Program Plan completed and signed by the Program Coordinator.

NOTE: The Single Subject w/Bilingual Added Authorization Candidates will submit the Intern Single Subject Bilingual Added Authorization Program Plan completed and signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Preliminary

Complete applications may be submitted at the beginning of the last term of program coursework and after all program requirements have been successfully completed.

The recommended credential issuance date will be the date the completed application is officially accepted by Credential Processing. Note: If coursework is still in progress, the credential issuance date will be the program completion date.

• CalTPA - Submit the official passage of the CalTPA Cycle Performance Summary Score Report (pdf with unique barcode).
• U.S. Constitution - Submit official verification of successful completion (C- or better) of a college-level course or approved examination covering the United States Constitution.
• CPR - Submit verification of a valid CPR card/certificate verifying hands-on training covering infant, child and adult (on-line CPR training is not acceptable). The card/certificate needs to include agency information, candidate’s full name, specific training, the issuance and expiration dates (month/day/year).
• Program Plan - If any program coursework has been substituted, submit an updated Program Plan signed by the Program Coordinator.

NOTE: The Single Subject w/Bilingual Added Authorization Candidates will submit the Intern Single Subject Bilingual Added Authorization Program Plan completed and signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator.

Request for Pre-Evaluation (PDF)

This evaluation is for candidates seeking official verification of their program status as well as the program and credential requirements necessary for eligibility of the credential recommendation. There is no fee associated with this request although there will only be one Pre-evaluation conducted for each program type. NOTE: Candidates seeking an additional evaluation (after the free Pre-evaluation has been conducted) will need to refer to the Request for Program Completion Verification.

Request for Program Completion Verification.pdf

This evaluation is for Designated Subjects candidates seeking official verification of their credential enrollment and eligibility status to include with their appeal for an extension of their preliminary credential. Please note the credential holder submits their appeal request directly to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

This request is also for candidates who have not completed their credential program and are seeking an updated evaluation after having received a free pre-evaluation. The CSUSB non-refundable processing fee is thirty-five dollars ($35).

Request for Out-Of-State Program Completion Verification (PDF)

This evaluation is for former credential candidates seeking licensure out-of-state. The out-of-state licensing agency has a form that requires completion by the institution’s authorized representative (Credential Analyst) verifying successful completion of CSUSB's approved teacher preparation program and/or the issuance of the California credential. The CSUSB non-refundable processing fee is ten dollars ($10). See Out-Of-State Program Completion Verification Processing Fee Payment Options and Instructions: OOSPCV Fee Payment Options and Instructions - Ten.pdf

Request for Verification of Subject Matter Competency via Academic Degree Major (PDF)

This evaluation is for candidates seeking verification by a Credential Analyst of completion of the Subject Matter Requirement via a baccalaureate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in an academic major that matches the credential area they seek. There is no fee associated with this request. A list of acceptable majors can be found on the commission website.

Request for Approved Subject Matter Competency Evaluation.pdf

This evaluation is for candidates seeking to have their transcripts evaluated to determine if they have completed the equivalency of our commission-approved subject matter preparation program in one of the following areas: Art, English, History (Social Science), Kinesiology (Physical Education), or Mathematics. Please note this evaluation service is available only to bachelor's degree graduates of the California State University system. The CSUSB non-refundable processing fee is seventy-five dollars ($75).

Request for Other Coursework Evaluation 

This evaluation is for candidates seeking verification by a Credential Analyst of completion of the Subject Matter Requirement via the other coursework evaluation option (specific content areas per Ed. Code 44282) for the Multiple Subject or Education Specialist credential programs only. This evaluation service is available to individuals applying to or currently enrolled in the CSUSB Multiple Subject or Education Specialist credential program. The CSUSB non-refundable processing fee is twenty-five dollars ($25). See Processing Fee Payment Options and Instructions to make your payment.

Request for Subject Matter Competency Completion or Four-Fifths Completion Letter.pdf 

This evaluation is for candidates seeking official documentation from a Credential Analyst verifying successful completion/four-fifths completion of a commission-approved subject matter preparation program at CSUSB. Please note this service is for individuals applying to a teaching credential program at another institution. The CSUSB non-refundable processing fee is ten dollars ($10).

Domains Evaluation

Individuals seeking a Domains Evaluation can send an email to wcoeadmissions@csusb.edu for the appropriate forms and instructions.

Bachelor's Degree

Candidates who obtained their bachelor’s degree from a CSU system satisfy this requirement with their degree.

College Board Advanced Placement Examinations

Candidates with a score of 3 or higher on AP United States Government or AP United States History will meet the requirement. Candidates will need to submit their official College Board AP score results.

CSUSB Courses and Examination

Candidates that need to meet the U.S. Constitution requirement can complete one of the following approved courses or examination offered at CSUSB:

• HIST 1460/1460H – History of the United States: Pre-Colonization to Present
• HIST 2000 – United States History to 1877
• HIST 5400 – Constitutional History of the United States
• PSCI 2030/2030H - Government of the United States
• PSCI 4100 – American Constitutional Law
• PSCI 4110 – The Bill of Rights EECR 1018 – U.S. Constitution Challenge Examination (College of Extended and Global Education)

NOTE: Candidates looking to complete a course or examination at another institution are required to obtain approval from the Credential Analyst prior to enrolling/registering for a course or examination.

Request for Verification of Completion of the U.S. Constitution Requirement 

This evaluation is for candidates seeking verification by a Credential Analyst of completion of the U.S. Constitution requirement via college coursework or College Board Advanced Placement examination. There is no fee associated with this request. Please note this service is for candidates currently admitted to one of our CSUSB credential programs.