Center for Teacher Preparation

The Center for Teacher Preparation supports aspiring educators in meeting California’s preliminary credential requirements through job-embedded intern pathways, targeted coursework, and services for obtaining a long-term substitute permit. All programs are aligned with the standards of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), ensuring candidates are well prepared to enter the profession with confidence and competence.

Credentials Offered

Authorizations and Available Grants

What we do

We develop highly qualified educators by providing accredited, affordable, supportive pathways leading into the teaching field as individuals continue to learn on the job while earning a salary.

Why we do it

To meet the needs of our community and the teacher shortage by filling our classrooms with highly effective educators dedicated to meeting the needs of all students.

How we do it

Candidates participate in a job-embedded learning experience while receiving meaningful graduate level coursework supported by expert instructors, mentors, and a peer cohort.

Melanie Oliver
Director II

Contact

To be contacted quickly by the Outreach Team, please send an email to soeoutreach@rcoe.us.

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