Clear (Induction) Credential Program
UCSD Extension’s Induction program is designed to provide a two-year, individualized, job-embedded system of mentoring, support and professional learning that begins in the teacher’s first years of teaching. This program reflects standards adopted by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist Induction Programs.
The State of California mandates that all teachers must hold a valid California Teaching Credential, which authorizes them to provide classroom instruction. Credentials are offered on a preliminary basis. Each new teacher must complete the requirements based upon the preliminary to clear a teaching credential within a specified five year time period in order to remain a K-12 teacher within the California Public Education System. A university sponsored Induction Program is one method for preliminary credential holders to clear their teaching credentials (Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist).
A preliminary teaching credential and employment as an instructor in a California K-12 school are required for admission to the program. A completed application must be on file and the student must receive formal admittance to the program before enrolling in any Induction program courses.
The information below is for the updated program starting in the Summer Quarter of 2021.
Preliminary Single & Multiple Subject Credential
While USCD Extension does not offer a program to earn your Preliminary Single & Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, we do offer courses approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to fulfill the requirements of many Preliminary Single & Multiple Subject Teaching Credentials.
In order to fulfill your Preliminary Single & Multiple Subject Credential requirements, you may take the coursework at UCSD Extension. It is strongly advised that you verify the required coursework with the institution you plan to earn your Preliminary Single & Multiple Subject Credential.
Clear Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist Credential
UCSD Extension offers coursework approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing to fulfill the requirements of most Clear Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist Teaching Credentials.
Participants must have an application on file prior to enrolling in these courses.
The program provides:
- The required Induction courses
- A Planned Course of Study
- Student advisement and clear credential recommendation upon completion
All candidates must successfully maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better and receive a grade of “C” or higher in each course to be eligible for a formal recommendation to the Commission for a Clear Credential. Grades of "C-" or below will not count toward program requirements for recommendation purposes.
Admission to the program does not guarantee a certain start date. We do make every effort to offer multiple sections of each course. This updated program begins in Summer 2021. Coursework taken in the previous Induction program automatically transfers to the new program.
Courses
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Track 1
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This option is available if you have a potential Induction Site-Based Mentor at your school that you would like to work with during the course of the Induction program.
Track 1
- # of courses required: 7
- Total units required: 25.5
- Estimated cost: $4,300
- Time to Complete: 2 years
- Delivery: Online
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Track 2
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If you
do not have a potential Induction Site-Based Mentor at your school, for a fee, the university will assign a mentor based upon the application submitted. UC San Diego Extension is actively recruiting individuals to serve as mentors in a variety of credentials and subject areas. Please contact the Education Department for additional details.
In addition to a mentor assigned by the University, you will be responsible for recruiting a Site-Based Induction Partner that can assist with identifying local resources and support services.
Track 2
- # of courses required: 11
- Total units required: 37.5
- Estimated cost: $7,000
- Time to Complete: 2 years
- Delivery: Online
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Early Completion Option (ECO)
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To exercise the Early Completion Option (ECO), candidates must hold a preliminary multiple subject, single subject credential, or education specialist credential and be employed in a CA public school. The intent of the standard is to serve experienced and exceptional candidates. Interested candidates will need to demonstrate prior teaching experience as the teacher of record that they have the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies required of all teacher candidates who complete the Induction program. Candidates eligible for ECO may complete the Induction program in an abbreviated manner (one year).
Track 1
# of courses required: 4
Total Units Required: 13.5
Estimated Cost: $2,400
Duration: 1 Year
Delivery: Online
Track 2
# of courses required: 5
Total Units Required: 16.5
Estimated Cost: $3,300
Duration: 1 Year
Delivery: Online
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Clear (Induction) Program Guidelines
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All candidates who wish to receive a Clear - Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Education Specialist - Teaching Credential are required to:
- Apply to the Induction program.
- Finalize your admission to the program.
- Induction Mentor and/or Partner must be approved and assigned prior to beginning coursework in the program.
- Complete all the required courses with a grade of “C” or better.
- A grade of “C-“ or lower is not equivalent to a grade of “C” or higher.
- Maintain an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher in the program.
- Submit verification that you have successfully completed any additional requirements indicated on your Planned Course of Study, if any.
- Each candidate may or may not have additional requirements indicated.
- Only items marked with and “X” on your Planned Course of Study are required. Coursework must be completed within 5 years of beginning the program.
- Submit a Request to Recommend directly to UC San Diego Extension.
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Online Applications
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Induction Candidate
The Induction Candidate application is available online. Admissions in on a rolling admission basis so there is no specific application deadline. Each application is reviewed in the order the supporting documentation is received. This includes your official transcript verifying your degree and grade point average that must be submitted directly to the department.
Your Induction Mentor and/or Partner must be approved and assigned prior to formal admission or beginning coursework in the program.
Induction Candidate
APPLY NOW
APPLICATION FEE: $0
Site Based Induction Mentor
The Site Based Induction Mentor application is available online. Admissions in on a rolling admission basis so there is no specific application deadline. Each application is reviewed in the order received.
Site Based Induction Mentor
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APPLICATION FEE: $0
Site Based Induction Partner
The Site Based Induction Partner application is available online. Admissions in on a rolling admission basis so there is no specific application deadline. Each application is reviewed in the order received.
Site Based Induction Partner
APPLY NOW
APPLICATION FEE: $0
University Based Induction Mentor
The University Based Induction Mentor application is available online. Admissions in on a rolling admission basis so there is no specific application deadline. Each application is reviewed in the order received.
University Based Induction Mentor
APPLY NOW
APPLICATION FEE: $0
How long does it normally take to process an application?
Applications will be reviewed by a credential analyst. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the Induction Program by mail within 4 weeks of receipt of a completed application. Once an Induction candidate is admitted to the program, detailed information in order to confirm your admission to the program will be sent to you, including a Planned Course of Study. Mentors and Partners will receive an approval via email.
What is the contact information for the Department of Education & Community Outreach if I have a question?
The Department is available email
unexeduc@ucsd.edu and (858) 534-9286. You can expect the fastest response time to an email inquiry.
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Formal Recommendation to CCTC
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Request to Recommend
Upon completion of the Induction Program, a UCSD Extension credentials analyst will submit a formal recommendation to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC).
Details on the process are covered in the Portfolio class.
Only participants who have finalized their admission to the program and completed the entire Induction program are eligible for formal recommendation.
Please review your Planned Course of Study for any additional requirements you may have.
- A completed Credentialing Recommend Request form.
- Official transcript(s) verifying completion of all coursework and requirements on your Planned Course of Study.
- This includes any coursework completed at UCSD Extension.
- The Commission will only send the Recommendation notification to the email address they have on file.Update your email with the Commission prior to submitting the Request to Recommend. UCSD can no longer do so on your behalf.
- Candidates are required to submit a processing fee directly through the Commission’s online recommendation system upon recommendation for their program.
- This fee can be made by credit or debit card only.
- The recommendation email will come from donotreply@ctc.ca.gov
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Next Steps
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UC San Diego Extension and Grand Canyon University are working together for you! We’re proud to offer Induction candidates in the UCSD Extension an exclusive scholarship. Any teacher in our Induction program will receive a 10% scholarship off of Grand Canyon University’s standard tuition rate. In addition, your Induction coursework may be eligible toward transfer credit with Grand Canyon University. Additional information is available at
gcu.edu/ucsdextension.
Your dedicated Counselor Andrew Desnick will provide personalized support as you explore your degree options and assist you through the process of enrollment from advisement to graduation. Find your purpose with Grand Canyon University. Please feel free to contact Andrew at 619-481-0234, email
Andrew.desnick@gcu.edu, or his website at
www.gcu.edu/udc/andrew.desnick.
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Important Update: Clear to Induction Notice
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Per the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, all Clear programs must address 2015 General Education Induction Program Preconditions and Standards, effectively transitioning from standards for the Clear Credential issued in 2008. The state requires that all programs offering the Clear Credential must transition fully to Induction by Fall 2017.
In anticipation of these changes, the Education Department at UC San Diego Extension will last accept applications and admit candidates to the Clear Credential program in June 2017.
Once the program and related coursework are developed, the Education Department will disseminate details on its website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Current Clear Candidates
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How long do I have to complete my Clear Credential program?
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If you are a current candidate in our Clear Credential program, you will have no more than three years to complete required coursework. After that time, courses in the Clear Credential program will no longer be offered. Summer Quarter 2020 is the last quarter that these courses will be available.
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What happens if I had requirements that were outside of coursework (i.e. Subject Matter Competency, Basic Skills Exam, EL Authorization)?
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As long as you have completed your required coursework you can use the full 5 years from when you were admitted to the program to complete any additional requirements.
Future Induction Candidates
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When is the earliest I can start the Induction program at UC San Diego Extension?
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Fall 2017 is the first quarter that the Induction program will be offered.
For Additional Information, contact:
Education & Community Outreach Department
Phone: (858) 534-9286
Email: unexeduc@ucsd.edu
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Email: credentials@ctc.ca.gov