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INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE APPLICATION FOR CREDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION

UNIVERSITY INTERN TEACHING CREDENTIAL

The submission of the Application for Credential Recommendation (includes all required documentation) initiates a program evaluation and the formal credential recommendation by a Credential Analyst to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (C.T.C.). Eligibility for a credential recommendation is based upon completion of all components of your program.  All exams, assessments, coursework outside of CSUDH, etc. must be completed prior to submitting a credential request.  The results of the program evaluation will be sent to the e-mail address provided on the Application for Credential Recommendation.

RECOMMENDATION PROCESS

Once the credential has been recommended you will receive an email from the CTC requesting you to pay the $102.50 application processing fee and complete the Personal and Professional Fitness questionnaire. Fee payment must be made within 90 days of the recommendation date or CTC will cancel the recommendation. A few days after making your payment, CTC will forward a payment confirmation number to you. Provided that there are no extenuating circumstances, CTC will then send you an e-mail confirming that the credential has been granted. You will receive one additional e-mail notice which will provide the details of your credential. This final notice is the one you will use for employment purposes. Your credential and all information pertaining to such will appear as granted on the CTC website www.ctc.ca.gov .

APPLICATION PROCESS

  • Prepare your documents. Gather and scan your documents listed below and have them ready to upload.
  • Approximate processing times is ten (10) working days, however this may increase during peak volume processing times.
  • You will be kept informed of your application status via email (make sure to check your spam and/or junk mail).
    If additional documentation is required, you will be notified via email by the Credential Office and/or the commission.
  • Questions?: Please contact the COE Program Admissions and Credential Unit (PACU) @ 310-243-3525.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please make sure to verify with your faculty advisor and refer to your advisement/program plan for updated requirements/information. Requirements are subject to change due to new legislative mandates.

UNIVERISTY INTERN TEACHING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that all credential requirements are successfully completed prior to or at the time of submission of the Application for Credential Recommendation.

Subject Matter Requirement

All (except Early Childhood) applicants must have submitted verification of successful completion of the Subject Matter Requirement.

Degree Transcripts

All applications are required to submit verification of bachelor’s degree via official transcripts.

U.S. Constitution

All applicants are required to submit official verification of successful completion of a college-level course or examination covering the United States Constitution completed at a regionally accredited college or university.

Certificate of Clearance

All applicants are required to have a valid Certificate of Clearance or California credential/permit recorded with C.T.C.

Intern Employment Contract

All applicants are required to submit a copy of the Internship Employment Contract/letter or Notification of Employment form completed by the personnel office of the employing school district/agency indicating the specialized area and the beginning date (month/day/year) of employment as an intern. NOTE: The employing school district/agency is required to have a valid MOU on file with the Program Coordinator and university.

Intern Coordinator Confirmation Form

Download and complete the Intern Coordinator Confirmation form by meeting with your Intern Program Coordinator.  Submit the signed form.

District Certification of Intern Preservice Preparation and Support Form

Download and have your school administrator complete the District Certification of Intern Pre-service Preparation and Support. Submit the signed form.

Verification of Continuous Enrollment

All applicants are required to be currently enrolled in coursework at CSU Dominguez Hills. Please submit a copy of your current unofficial CSUDH transcripts verifying continuous enrollment.

Verification Of Preservice Completion

Verify completion of all pre-service coursework with appropriate GPA by submitting your unofficial CSUDH transcripts with grades and/or approved course substitution(s).

Bilingual Verification Letter (if Applicable):

Submit verification of oral language proficiency letter signed by the Bilingual Program Coordinator.