Credential Extension Application

The Commission has the authority to grant the extension of a credential on an appeal basis when the educator has not met the specific renewal requirements for the requested document. All applications requesting an extension by appeal are reviewed on an individual basis, applying the specific procedures and criteria detailed in Title 5, California Code of Regulations and sections 80523 through 80523.4.

Commission staff may issue an extension when an educator verifies good cause for not completing renewal requirements. Such an extension may be issued only once, except in cases where:
     1. the extenuating circumstances continue to exist, and
     2. the educator has made sufficient progress towards completion of the requirements.  

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Preliminary AE and CTE Credential Extension Application Download Preliminary AE and CTE Credential Extension Application

If you currently have a teaching position, you may apply for a one-year extension through LACOE, if you meet the CTC guidelines. If you are not teaching, you may let your preliminary AE or CTE credential expire and then apply for a clear credential once you have completed the requirements.