How to Apply for Credential Recommendation
Candidates must successfully complete all required credential coursework, all cycles of the California Administrator Performance Assessment, and have 5 years of experience.
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Read the Instructions for Credential Recommendation.
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Upload all application documents and submit via the appropriate application linked below.
If you DO NOT have access to your Stan State email:
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Contact Credentials Services for the application documents you need to submit and how to submit.
Applications will be rejected if:
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Application documents are emailed to Credential Services. All application submissions must be submitted through the application link, UNLESS you do not have access to your Stan State email. Contact Credential Services if you don't have a Stan State email.
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Spring 2026 Completers submitting applications before June 5 will have applications rejected and will need to resubmit. Spring 2026 Completer applications can be submitted from June 5
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Complete the Internship Credential Application PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THIS APPLICATION DIRECTLY TO CCTC.
You will need the following documents to complete your application:
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Verification of Experience- Verification of Experience must be on the district or employing agency letterhead and signed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, director of personnel, or director of human resources. School or district personnel other than the applicant must verify all experience. Letter must be submitted with original signatures. Please do not use the letter of recommendation for the program and instead request a new letter verifying your employment experience.
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Internship Agreement
Please note: The certificate of eligibility acts as a placeholder until you receive a formal job offer
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Complete the Certifiacte of Eligibility Application PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THIS APPLICATION DIRECTLY TO CCTC.
You will need the following documents to complete your application:
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Verification of Experience- Verification of Experience must be on the district or employing agency letterhead and signed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, director of personnel, or director of human resources. School or district personnel other than the applicant must verify all experience. Letter must be submitted with original signatures. Please do not use the letter of recommendation for the program and instead request a new letter verifying your employment experience.
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Cal APA test scores
Please note: the preliminary administrative services credential is only for those with a formal job offer.
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Complete the Credential Application PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THIS APPLICATION DIRECTLY TO CCTC.
You will need the following documents to complete your application:
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Verification of Experience- Verification of Experience must be on the district or employing agency letterhead and signed by the superintendent, assistant superintendent, director of personnel, or director of human resources. School or district personnel other than the applicant must verify all experience. Letter must be submitted with original signatures. Please do not use the letter of recommendation for the program and instead request a new letter verifying your employment experience.
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Cal APA test scores
Notes:
All applications must be submitted through the application link, UNLESS you do not have access to your Stan State email.
Contact Credential Services if you do not have a Stan State email.
If you do not anticipate accepting or applying for an administrative position in the near future, you should apply for a "Certificate of Eligibility" instead of the actual credential document. The "Certificate" verifies that you are academically qualified for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and carries NO expiration date. When you accept employment as an administrator, simply apply for the 5-year Preliminary Administrative Services Credential through the Stanislaus State Credentials Office.
Application and additional information is available at the Credential Services Office website.
Contact Credential Services at 667-3534 or credentials@csustan.edu for further information and assistance.
Updated: April 30, 2026