Admission Information
Credential Program Application Deadlines (all teaching credential types):
- Summer - February 1 (application opens November 1)
- Fall - April 1 (application opens January 1)
- Spring - September 15 (application opens July 1)
See more information on the various credential pathways
Spring 2025 Information Sessions
This session is great for students interested in exploring the pathway to teaching and the credential programs CPP has to offer. This session will cover details about each of our teaching credential programs, added authorizations and admissions requirements.
Tuesday, February 18th 12pm-1pm
Wednesday, March 5th 12pm-1pm
Thursday, March 20th 4pm-5pm
Monday, April 14th 4pm-5pm
Wednesday, April 30th 4pm-5pm
Tuesday, May 13th 4pm-5pm
Thursday, May 29th 4pm-5pm
Monday, June 9th 4pm-5pm
Wednesday, June 25th 4pm-5pm
Application Overview Sessions
This session is great for students ready to apply to the credential program. This session will take a look at admissions requirements, applying for a certificate of clearance, and tips for completing the Cal State Apply Application.
Thursday, February 27th 12pm-1pm
Wednesday, July 9th 4pm-5pm
Tuesday, August 5th 4pm-5pm
Credential Program Application Videos
If You Are Interested in the Combined Master's and Credential Program:
CPP teacher credential students may begin taking master’s courses upon acceptance to the credential program. Teacher credential candidates may transfer up to three post-baccalaureate teacher credential (EDU) courses towards the master’s degree. The posting of the master’s degree is contingent upon the recommendation/posting of the teaching credential. View more information for this combined master's and credential option.