Resources
The California Commission on Teacher Credentials (CCTC) requires that all students applying for an initial teaching credential demonstrate that they have “infant, child, and adult CPR certification which meets the criteria of the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.” The certificate must be a full 2-year certificate; provisional 1-year certificates will not be accepted.
Students who already have CPR certification need to provide a copy of the document, via email or in person, to Credential Services in DBH 303.
Students who do not currently have CPR certification will need to complete it prior to applying for their credential. We suggest that you contact the American Heart Association or American Red Cross for available sessions. The links to these organizations are provided below:
Preparation Resources for CBEST and CSET
CBEST Writing Help
- Center for Excellence in Graduate Education (CEGE) CEGE offers free writing support to all currently enrolled graduate students at Stan State.
- ESL 2000 | Stanislaus State - Course designed for non-native speakers who struggle with writing.
CBEST Math Practice
CBEST Tests Taking Tips
CBEST Workbooks
Contact: Teacher Recruitment & Retention 209-667-3589 | DBH 305-308
Subjects Include:
- General (all subjects)
- Math
- English
- Reading & Writing
*Books available on a first come first serve basis*
Additional Resources for CBEST Prep Information and Practice
- CTC Exams
- Union Test Prep
- Momentrix Test Prep
- Youtube (Search: CBEST Practice)
CSET Prep Information and Practice
- CTC Website
- Study.com
- Resources offered by Teacher Recruitment and Retention Office
- Preparation Resources for CSET
CSET Math Preparation
- The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing recently updated their web site. Visit them online at the CTC website. If you have any questions, the commission can be reached by email at credentials@ctc.ca.gov.
- The Certificate of Clearance process has changed! Please click on the following link for the application process Certificate of Clearance Instructions.
The CTEL Examination is composed of three separate subtests. The subtests are criterion referenced. A criterion-referenced test is designed to measure an examinee's knowledge and skills in relation to an established standard rather than in relation to the performance of other examinees. The purpose of this examination is to help identify candidates for certification who have demonstrated the level of knowledge and skills required to effectively teach English learners.
Teacher Recruitment and Retention Office offers RICA Test Preparation Resources. For information, contact their office at 209-667-3589 or stanteach@csustan.edu
ANNOUNCEMENT:
The sunset date for RICA has been extended to October 31, 2025, giving credential candidates who have completed all program requirements, including passage of a teaching performance assessment, and preliminary credential holders with RICA renewal codes additional opportunities to take and pass the reading instruction competence assessment. It also extends the sunset date from June 30, 2025 to June 30, 2026 for credential candidates who, pursuant to Executive Order N-66-20, were recommended for a preliminary credential with a teaching performance assessment renewal code to clear their credential by completing a Commission-approved induction program or two years of satisfactory service on the preliminary credential. See the full PSA from CCTC here.
This is a comprehensive listing of financial aid resources available to teacher candidates on CTC's website:
Financial Resources for Teacher Candidates
This is a list of financial aid resources posted by Stanislaus State Financial Aid office:
The objective of the Stan State Math and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI) is to increase the total number of Mathematics and Science students enrolling in undergraduate or post-baccalaureate teacher preparation programs. MSTI advisors help guide future teachers through the credential program application process, provide financial aid information and credential examination preparation resources. Additionally, MSTI supports students in developing the skills necessary to succeed educationally and professionally.
Updated: July 28, 2025