Credential Applications

Credential applications are now submitted online, after CSULB Recommendation. To request a credential recommendation, download, print and complete the appropriate form below AFTER you have finished all requirements. Do not request recommendation before you have completed required classes, fieldwork, and degrees, and passed all required examinations.  Be SURE that your grades and degree are on your transcript before you print and submit a copy to the Credential Center.

Credential Application Packets:

• Education Specialist Credential Packet (Request for Recommendation)

Important: You must submit a copy of your last semester grades with the Request for Recommendation. Courses must show a grade. If no grade is listed, your recommendation cannot be processed. If you are completing a Bachelor's degree this semester, wait until your degree is posted on your "My CSULB" unofficial transcript; submit a copy of the unofficial transcript showing the posted degree.

• Specialist & Service packet Use for PPS, Administrative, Teacher Librarian Services, Speech-Language Pathology, Reading, School Nurse & Education Specialist Level II credential applications

Important: You must submit a copy of your last semester grades with the Request for Recommendation. Courses must show a grade. If no grade is listed, your recommendation cannot be processed. If a Master's degree is required for your credential, submit an unofficial transcript verifying the Master's degree.

• Fall 2009 Multiple Subject & Single Subject Credential Packets will be available at the end of the semester.

Important: You must submit a copy of your last semester grades with the Request for Recommendation. Courses must show a grade. If no grade is listed, your recommendation cannot be processed. If you are completing a Bachelor's degree this semester, wait until your degree is posted on your "My CSULB" unofficial transcript; submit a copy of the unofficial transcript showing the posted degree.

Single Subject credentials will be recommended after we receive final clearance from the Single Subject Program Office.

Clear (Fifth Year) Ryan credential packets with a Renewal Code of R14T
(You hold a Ryan Preliminary credential and are applying for your Clear):

• Ryan Preliminary-to-Clear Application Packet (Request for Recommendation)

If your Preliminary Credential has a renewal code of R14I or R14S, we are unable to recommend for your Clear credential. Contact your employer, or if you have a renewal code of R14S, an institution with an approved SB2042 Clear Credential Program.

Added Authorizations:

• Added Authorization Application Packet

Use this packet if you have completed requirements for a Subject Matter Authorization, Supplementary Authorization, or an Added Authorization to your Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credential. Click here for information on Added Authorizations.

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Last update: 11/9/09