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Designated Subjects Credential Services

Adult Education, Career Technical Education, Supervision and Coordination Credentials

Los Angeles County Office of Education - Career Technical Education (LACOE-CTE) is an approved Commission on Teacher Credentialing Program Sponsor for the Designated Subjects Credentials in Career Technical Education, Adult Education, and Supervision and Coordination. The Designated Subjects Credentials Unit processes the Preliminary and Clear Credentials for qualified candidates. In collaboration with the University of San Diego, we provide a sequence of coursework that prepares candidates to become successful and effective Adult Education and Career Technical Education teachers, supervisors and coordinators.

OUR VISION: Every child in Los Angeles County is entitled to have an effective, resourceful, and innovative teacher and administrator.

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to facilitate growth in teacher candidates to develop the reflective, culturally sensitive practices necessary to promote high academic

Please contact our office at 562-922-6798 if you need information about Designated Subjects Credentials or wish to drop off a credential application. Credential applications should be mailed as follows:

Linda Skipper, LACOE-CTE Credential Services
9300 Imperial Highway
Downey, CA 90242

The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) may be contacted via email at credentials@ctc.ca.gov or via Live

Chat through their live chat link (available Monday-Friday, 12 pm to 4 pm) at

Designated Subjects Credentials Coursework

Fall 2023 AE & CTE Credential Coursework Schedule

View schedule.......Read more

How to Apply for a Designated Subjects Credential

Career Technical Education (CTE) Preliminary Designated Subjects

For first-time credential applicants (even if you hold a credential in another state, you are still considered a first-time applicant in California)....Read more

Career Technical Education (CTE) Preliminary Designated Subjects

For applicants with a valid Educator's Credential, Certificate and/or Permit on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)...Read more

Adult Education Preliminary (Academic or non-Academic) Designated Subjects

For first time credential applicants (if you hold a credential in another state, you are a first-time applicant in California)...Read more

Adult Education Preliminary (Academic or non-Academic) Designated Subjects

For applicants with a valid Educator's Credential, Certificate and/or Permit on file with the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)...Read more

Career Technical Education “Clear” Designated Subjects

For applicants "clearing" a Preliminary CTE Credential after completing all coursework and credential requirements...Read more

Adult Education “Clear” Designated Subjects

For applicants “clearing” a Preliminary Adult Education Credential after completing all coursework and credential requirements [only for Preliminary AE Credentials issued after January 31, 2013 under "new regulations"]. ...Read more

Supervision and Coordination

For applicants with a clear full-time AE or CTE credential who have completed the Level 3 course and the CBEST (California Basic Education Skills Test). [Note: This credential is accepted only by some ROCPs and Adult Schools for specific supervisory positions.]...Read more

Preliminary AE and CTE Credential Extensions

If you currently have a teaching position, you may apply for a one-year extension through LACOE if you meet the CTC guidelines. If you are not teaching, you may let your preliminary AE or CTE credential expire and then apply for a clear credential once you have completed the requirements. ...Read more

U.S. Constitution Requirement

Passage of the U.S. Constitution is required for the Clear Designated Subjects Adult Education and Career Technical Education credentials. Detailed information is provided on the attachment. ...Read more

LACOE does not discriminate against individuals based on age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing the program, please contact the Designated Subjects Credential Program at 562-922-6798.

Credential Resources

AE Candidate Handbook
CTE Candidate Handbook
Frequently Asked Credential Questions
Candidate Grievance/Complaint Form
Early Orientation Instructions for Adult Education ...
After you have been notified by the LACOE Credentials Coordinator that your Preliminary Adult Education Credential application has been approved, you must begin the Early Orientation Modules 1-6 as well as the Professional Development Modules 7 and 10 within 30 days. You may not begin your credentials coursework until all modules have been completed and the certificates have been submitted to the LACOE Credentials Coordinator. The instructions for completing the modules can be found on this website. If you have any questions, please contact the Credential Services Unit at 562-922-6798.
Early Orientation Instructions for CTE Credentials ...
After you have been notified by the LACOE Credentials Coordinator that your Preliminary Career Technical Education Credential application has been approved, you must begin the Early Orientation Modules within 30 days. You may not begin your credentials coursework until all modules have been completed and the certificate has been submitted to the LACOE Credentials Coordinator. The instructions for completing the modules can be found on this website. If you have any questions, please contact the Credential Services Unit at 562-922-6798.
Adult Education Credential Coursework Overview and Descriptions ...
The overview provides the sequence and description of courses required to clear the Preliminary AE Credential.
CTE Credential Coursework Overview and Descriptions ...
The overview provides the sequence and description of courses required to clear the Preliminary CTE Credential.
Enrolling in Credential Courses ...
The Designated Subjects Credential courses are offered by LACOE through the University of San Diego (USD). All courses are in an online format (except for the Advanced Professional Training for CTE Credentials course which is only offered onsite). All courses are offered four terms per year--winter, spring, summer, and fall-with two class sections of each course scheduled per term. Once you find the class of your choice, select to place in the cart and then checkout. You must then create a student account or log in if you already have an account. Once you have completed the process, you will be given a confirmation which you should print and save.
Preliminary Adult Education Credentials Program Flow Chart ...
Preliminary Adult Education Credentials candidates may use this flow chart for reference in completing the requirements for the Clear Adult Education Credential.
Preliminary Career Technical Education Credentials Program Flow Chart ...
Preliminary Career Technical Education Credentials candidates may use this flow chart for reference in completing the requirements for the Clear Career Technical Education Credential.
Single Subject Credentials Requirements for Teaching CTE
Allowable Single Subject Credentials for CTE
USD Transcript Requests ...
Each time you complete a credentials course, you will automatically receive a free, official transcript in the mail from USD. Make sure that the mailing address listed in your USD student account is correct. If you wish to order an additional transcript, follow the directions on the link.
Designated Subjects Credentials Teach Out Plan

Contacts

Credentials
Linda Skipper
Coordinator II
(562) 922-6798

Lucy Domingo
CTE & AE Credential Specialist
(562) 922-6798

Christina Fuentes
CTE & AE Credential Specialist
(562) 922-6744

Nancy Wagner
Contract Consultant
(562) 922-6335

Program Instructors
Laurel Adler
Vickie Burch
Irene Cox
Linda Matzek
Cherise Moore
Jordan Murray
Maureen Sinclair
Nancy Wagner
Tracie Zerpoli

Other Education Resources