Career Technical Education Credential Program Application

Application Instructions

Thank you for your interest in the Career Technical Education credential program. The following form is an application which captures important details that help us get you admitted to the University (if you’re not already), and to best advise you with a plan toward your CTE credential.

Please note: * (asterisk) Indicates a required field.

Your Information

Name:
Address:
Email/Phone:
Credential:

Do you currently hold a teaching credential?

Currently Enrolled:

Are you currently enrolled in a credential program?

Upcoming Offerings

This application is intended for those to Clear their Credential, Program of Advanced Preparation.Eligibility: for those in their 3rd year of teaching CTE on a preliminary credential or those teaching any subject with a preliminary CTE credential from another program.

Fall 2025. Hybrid modality. Classes held August 25 - December 12, 2025. In-person/hybrid meetings on Wednesdays from 5:00 -7:30 p.m. on the following dates:

  • August 27
  • September 17
  • October 15
  • November 12
  • December 10


EDSS 394 Advanced Strategies for the CTE Classroom. 6 Units
This course will support students in curriculum development, effective instructional strategies, assessment of learning, use of educational technology, classroom and lab management, and supporting diverse K-12 populations in Career Technical Education (CTE). Students will engage in writing supported by research, multiple observations of CTE classrooms, implementing feedback as a way of demonstrating growth, illustrating how their instruction impacts learning, and reflecting on teaching and learning outcomes. Credit/No Credit.

Additional Information

I certify:

Participation in, or successful completion of, the Career Technical Education (CTE) program does not confer any national or state credential or license and is not a guarantee of employment. I certify under penalty of perjury that I have provided complete and accurate responses to the items listed on this application. I further certify that all official documents submitted in support of this application are authentic and unaltered records that pertain to me. I have read and agree to comply with the statements listed above.

Application Fee:

An application fee of $30 will be collected after eligibility has been determined. You cannot be enrolled into the program until the application fee has been collected.

Voluntary Student Demographic Information

The College of Continuing Education at Sacramento State is committed to providing equal opportunity in education. A critical element of our commitment to diversity lies in our ability to collect and assess student demographic data. Your response to the voluntary student demographic information would be very helpful and much appreciated.

Gender:

Which best describes your gender? Choose all that apply.

Racial/Ethnic Heritage:

Which of the following best represents your racial/ethnic heritage? Choose all that apply.

Please identify your age (choose one)

Please identify your highest degree or level of education (choose one)

Privacy Policy:

The College of Continuing Education respects your right to privacy. Any information given to us when requesting course or program material will be used solely for the purpose of answering or responding to your request. We do not sell or otherwise distribute your personal information. We may, however, use it to provide you with advanced notices of our course offerings. If at any time you wish to be removed from our mailing lists, you may contact us and your request will be processed immediately.

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