Career Technical Education Applications

The Preliminary or Clear Designated Subjects Career Technical Education (CTE) Teaching Credential authorizes the holder to teach the subjects named on the credential in grades twelve and below and in classes organized primarily for adults. Designated Subjects CTE Teaching Credentials are issued to individuals who meet the requirements listed below and are recommended by a Commission-approved program sponsor, LACOE. 

The application materials differ depending on whether you are considered a first-time applicant in California, you have a document on file with the commission, or you are clearing your preliminary credential.

Below, please find descriptions of all applications which you may click and download:

First-Time Credential Applicants

Preliminary Career Technical Education Credential Application - First-Time Applicants Download Preliminary Career Technical Education Credential Application - First-Time Applicants

This form is for first-time applicants (even if you hold a credential in another state, you are still considered a first-time applicant in California).

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Applicants with a Document on File with CTC

Preliminary Career Technical Education Credential Application - Document on File with CTC Download Preliminary Career Technical Education Credential Application - Document on File with CTC

This form is for applicants with a valid Credential, Certificate and/or Permit on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)

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Clear Credential Applicants

Clear Career Technical Education Credential Application Download Clear Career Technical Education Credential Application

This form is for applicants that have completed all coursework and credential requirements and are applying for a Clear Adult Education Credential.

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