If you have additional renewal requirements listed on your credential, they will also be noted in your acceptance letter to the teacher induction program.
To view the renewal requirements listed on your credential, visit ctc.ca.gov to look up your document.
To complete this renewal requirement, teachers have the option to test out via the CTEL Exams or complete the following courses:
The California Basic Educational Skills Test™ was developed to meet requirements of laws relating to credentialing and employment. This test requirement does not replace any of the other requirements of subject matter knowledge, professional preparation, and practice teaching or field experience applicable to the issuance of credentials.
The CBEST™ is designed to test basic reading, mathematics, and writing skills found to be important for the job of an educator; the test is not designed to measure the ability to teach those skills.
This renewal requirement must be completed prior to program admission.
Individuals may verify subject-matter competence by passing all portions of the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET).
This renewal requirement must be completed prior to program admission. More information.
To complete this renewal requirement, candidates must complete EDUC X 315A - Principles and Methods of Teaching Elementary Reading.
To complete this renewal requirement, candidates must complete infant, child and adult CPR certification that meets the criteria of the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
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