National Accreditation

California State University, Fresno is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The programs listed below have been awarded full accrediation by AAQEP through June 30, 2029. Full accrediation acknowledges that a program prepares effective educators who continue to grow as professionals and has demonstrated the commitment and capacity to maintain quality. 

AAQEP-Accredited Programs at Fresno State

Initial Teaching Credential Programs: 

• Multiple Subject (elementary)
• Bilingual Authorization (Hmong and Spanish)
• Single Subject (secondary) in agriculture, art, biology, chemistry, English, geological science, mathematics, music, physical education, physics, social science, and Spanish
• Agriculture Specialist
• Special Education

Advanced Education Credential Programs: 

• Preliminary Administrative Services
• Reading Specialist
• School Counseling
• School Nursing