Credential Services

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The 91勛圖 Lurie College of Education Credential Services office serves the diverse educational needs of graduate students, staff and faculty in an effort to prepare teachers, counselors, administrators and other education professionals as they complete their credential programs. Refer to the information below to learn more about the resources and services provided by the Credential Services office. 

Credential Program Completers


Steps to Apply for Program Completers

Upon program completion, ALL students must file for their credential with the Credential Services Office. To get the process started, complete the following steps:

  1. Complete the Information Coversheet [pdf] - Download the form and save a copy.  Type in your information and print.
  2. Pay the $25 application processing fee at .  Save a copy of your receipt and submit it with your application packet.
  3. Download and print the appropriate credential checklist from the checklist table below and any additional forms if required. Submit all required documents listed on the checklist with your application.
  4. Submit your complete application to credentials@sjsu.edu.
  5. Within 24-48 hours, you should expect to receive a confirmation email with final instructions including a date for completing the final CTC online process.
Terms and Definitions of Credential RequirementsTerms and Definitions of Credential Requirements [pdf]
Credential Recommendation Requirements

1. An overall 3.0 GPA in your credential coursework is required and you may not be disqualified from 91勛圖 to be recommended for the credential.

2. Each course must be completed with a Pass, CR, C or better grade.

3. Your coursework must have been completed within the last 7 years. Coursework pass 7 years will require an evaluation by the program department to determine if current credential standards are met.

4. Exams required for credentialing purposes expire after 10 years from the date of the exam with the exception of the Basic Skills Requirement which is valid for life.

Processing TimeThe credential recommendation is a two-part process that includes an initial evaluation by our office and a final evaluation by CTC who are the final granting authority. During peak periods, the processing time is about 4-6 weeks from the date you file your application with our office. Once we receive your application, you will receive an email confirmation with detailed instructions about next steps.

Credential Application Checklists for Program Completers

Adapted Physical Education

Adapted Physical Education [pdf]

Administrative Services 

Administrative Services [pdf] (Preliminary or Certificate of Eligibility)

Bilingual Authorization

For Credential Holders Only

Bilingual Authorization [pdf] 

- BILA Program Contract_Mandarin [pdf]

- BILA Program Contract_Spanish [pdf]

Computer Science Authorization

For Multiple Subject and Single Subject Credential Holders Only

Computer Science Authorization [pdf]

Education Specialist 

Education Specialist Internship [pdf]
- Intern Program Policy Form [pdf]

Education Specialist Preliminary  [pdf] (ECSE, MMD, MSD)

Education Specialist Preliminary_2022 [pdf] (ECSE, MSN, ESN)

Multiple Subject 

Multiple Subject Internship [pdf]
- Intern Program Policy Form [pdf]

Multiple Subject Preliminary [pdf]

PK-3 Early Childhood Education

PK-3 Early Childhood Education Internship [pdf]
- Intern Program Policy Form [pdf]

PK-3 Early Childhood Education Preliminary  [pdf]

Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) 

Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Internship [pdf] (School Counseling Only)
- Intern Program Policy Form [pdf]

Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Clear   [pdf]  

PPS Child Welfare & Attendance (CWA) Added Authorization

For PPS Credential Holders Only

PPS Child Welfare & Attendance (CWA) Added Authorization [pdf] 

Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist

Reading & Literacy Leadership Specialist [pdf]

Single Subject 

Single Subject Internship [pdf]
- Intern Program Policy Form [pdf]

Single Subject Preliminary [pdf]

Speech-Language Pathology 

Speech-Language Pathology Preliminary [pdf]

Speech-Language Pathology Clear  [pdf]

Teacher Librarian Services 

Teacher Librarian Services Clear [pdf]


Contact Us

Credential Services
credentials@sjsu.edu
408-924-3541

Mailing Address:
One Washington Square
Sweeney Hall 445
San Jose, CA 95192-0015

Credential Analysts

Ha Thai, Senior Credential Services Specialist
ha.thai@sjsu.edu

Catherine Davis, Credential Analyst II
catherine.davis@sjsu.edu

Office Hours

Monday  8am - 5pm
Tuesday  7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday  7:30am - 5pm
Thursday  7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday  7:30am - 5pm (remote service only)

*Closed for lunch daily from 12-1pm

Holidays

January 1 - New Year's Day
January 20 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
March 31 - Cesar Chavez Day
May 26 - Memorial Day
June 19 - Juneteenth
July 4 - Independence Day
September 1 - Labor Day
November 11 - Veteran's Day
November 27 & 28 - Thanksgiving
December 24 to January 1 - Winter Break