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If you have questions regarding specific policies from CTC, you can check their website as a primary source.
CTC's Webpages:
- Applications, Forms, & Leaflets
- Coded Correspondence
- Credential Information Alerts
- Program Sponsor Alerts
If you need further clarification, use our Contact Us form and select "CTC policies" for the question category.
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If you have completed program & all exit requirements, then you may apply for your preliminary credential using the online application form.
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If you are applying for internship, first seek advising from the Intern Coordinator about the Intern Pathway.
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For teaching, PPS, Certificate of Eligibility, and Reading Specialist candidates, it takes 10 - 12 weeks from the day we receive your complete application to submit your recommendation to CTC.
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For preliminary administrative applicants and all interns applicants, the processing time is 20 business days.
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Rush services are no longer offered as of July 2026.
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All applications will be processed on a first come first served basis.
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If you haven't received an application receipt or would like a status update, please use the Contact Us form and select "Credential Recommendation Applications." A credential analyst will reach out to assist you.
Only those with access to their Stan State email can use the online application form for credential recommendation.
If you do not have access to your Stan State email, then you will need to use the Contact Us Form and select "Preliminary Applicant - No Access to Stan State Email." A credential analyst will contact you with instructions.
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Liberal Studies students planning to add an Introductory Subject Matter Authorization must complete ISMA paperwork with Liberal Studies department first.
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If adding a Supplemental Authorization to a Multiple Subject credential, you must meet the requirements listed on CTC's website.
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If adding a Supplemental Authorization to a Single Subject credential, you must meet the requirements listed on CTC's website.
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If adding BILA to an existing credential, your BILA portfolio must first be approved by the BILA Coordinator. A credential analyst will contact you with the application instructions once the BILA Coordinator has provided approval.
Use the Contact Us form and select "Added Authorizations: Introductory Subject Matter, Supplemental, or BILA authorizations." A credential analyst will reach out and assist you.
If you completed the credential program at Stan State and you are applying for a credential in another state, you will need to contact their department of education for the out of state verification form. A Stan State credential analyst will complete the verification of the form.
Use the Contact Us form and select "Out of State Verification Forms." A credential analyst will contact you regarding your case.
Please note there is a $15 processing fee. Credential Services accepts checks or money orders only. Once we receive your payment, then we can process your form. Our processing time for these forms is 20 business days.
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You can submit a check or money order payable to "CSU Stanislaus" in person to DBH 318 or leave in Credential Services drop box outside DBH 318. Or you may mail it to:
Credential Services
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
If you are changing your degree objective, contact your Program Coordinator to have the change approved. You will need to complete the change of degree objective form. The following reasons require this form:
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adding or removing BILA
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changing Single Subjects (ex: Math to English)
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changing from Multiple Subject to Single Subject, and vice versa
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if ESCP, changing from Mild/Moderate Support Needs to Extensive Support Needs, and vice versa
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changing to Concurrent option (ex: ESCP + MSCP or ESCP + SSCP
For students that completed a Subject Matter Preparation Program (SMPP) at Stanislaus State but intend to enter a teaching credential program outside of Stanislaus State, you will need your subject matter advisor (see below) to complete Form V.
Once your advisor has completed the form, you will need to contact Credential Services to complete the verification. Credential Services charges a $15 verification fee. Use the Contact Us form and select "Verification of Subject Matter Preparation Program at CSU Stanislaus." A credential analyst will then contact you regarding submission of the form and fee.
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Subject Advisor |
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Art |
Dr. Staci Scheiwiller* |
209-667-3497 |
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English |
Dr. William Foreman |
209-664-6509 |
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Mathematics |
Dr. Bjorg Johannsdottir Dr. Michael Bice |
209-667-3547 209-667-3587 |
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Kinesiology-P.E. |
Dr. Erin Hall (A-L) Dr. Heather Deaner (M-Z) |
209-667-3219 209-667-3294 |
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Social Science |
Dr. Whitney Russell |
209-667-3037 |
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Spanish |
Dr. Teresa Bargetto |
209-667-3789 |
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Music |
Dr. Emma Joy Jampole |
209-667-3533 |
If your student record needs to be updated, you will need to notify Credential Services. Some examples are listed below:
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updating personal info: name, email, address, phone number, etc.
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changing programs
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decision to withdraw
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adding BILA authorization
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submitting CSET scores
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submitting non-Stan State official transcripts for the following program requirements: second language experience, American Government, Child Development, Human Development, course equivalencies, etc.
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updating TB clearance
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updating CTC clearance
Use the Contact Us form and select "Update Student Record." A credential analyst will reach out and assist you with your request.
The CPR requirement must be met at time of application for credential recommendation. Your CPR certificate must be:
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2 year certificate
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cover infant, child, and adult CPR certification
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meet the criteria of the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Below are common organizations we accept CPR certificates from:
Online certificates are acceptable. You do not have to complete in-person training to meet this requirement. AED and other modules are not required.
If you have further questions regarding the CPR requirement, use the Contact Us form and select "CPR Requirement."
If our partners from districts, IHEs, or County Office of Education have questions, please use the Contact Us form and select "District, IHE, & County Office of Education partners." A credential analyst will reach out to you regarding your inquiry.
If you hold a Multiple Subject or Single Subject, you can add a Single Subject content area to your credential. If you hold a Single Subject, you can add a Multiple Subject content area to your credential. Read how to add a content area.
If you have questions, use the Contact Us form and select "Adding a Content Area to Credential." A credential analyst will reach out to you regarding your inquiry.
Updated: July 26, 2026