Welcome to our Admissions Information Page for Credential Programs!

Credential Programs: General Information

• All prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session to learn about programs, requirements, and the application process: Credential Programs Information Sessions.
• Contact us!
  • 805-437-8953
  • credential.assistant@csuci.edu 

Credential Programs: Application Requirements

• Please see our application guides for the most updated information about our admissions requirements.
• FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions

Credential Programs: Application Deadlines

• Credential Prerequisites (Phase I):
  
  • Spring 2025 applications NOW OPEN; deadline 10/28/24
  • Fall 2025 applications will open 1/7/25; deadline 3/3/25
• Credential Program (Phase II):
  • Fall 2025 applications  will open 1/7/25; deadline 4/3/25

PLEASE NOTE: In order for an application to be considered, it must be submitted by the deadline with ALL application requirements (including exam scores). Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Notice to Students Regarding Professional Licensure and Certification

Teacher Credential Application Guidelines

Which application guide should I use? 

Unsure if you would be applying to Phase I or Phase II? You may use the following button for guidance:

View our Credential Pathways PDF 

Phase I Application Assistance

These sessions are available to applicants applying for Spring 2025 admission into Phase I of CSUCI's Credential program. If you are seeking general program advising, please schedule an advising appointment with a credential counselor: Advising

Spring 2025 Application Assistance

Candidates who have a bachelor’s degree and still needing to complete prerequisite coursework may complete coursework by either:

1. Applying for conditional admission into Phase I
   • Application Guide: Post_Bac_Conditional_Admission
2. Taking prerequisite courses during the Fall/Spring via Open University
3. Taking prerequisite courses during the summer semester. 

**All credential prerequisite courses must be passed with a C or better.

Candidates that have completed/completing credential prerequisites during undergraduate studies or via open/extended university: must apply for full admission into Phase II (student teaching). 

• Credential prerequisite courses may still be in progress at the time of application.
• All credential prerequisites must be passed with a C or better prior to the start of Phase II of the program in the Fall.
• Application Guide: Senior_Full_Credential

Current admitted Phase I students preparing to advance to Phase II: must apply for full admission into Phase II (student teaching).

• Eligible and current Phase I candidates will be invited via email to complete an internal application.
• Application Guide: Post Bac_Full Credential

ITEP Juniors who have completed prerequisite courses before entering the program, and hope to complete the ITEP program in their senior year:this is a competitive process, and this type of student must be admitted to the ITEP program through an internal application process. 

• Please contact the Coordinator of Liberal Studies for information about applying for Phase II (student teaching).

Advising