Clear Specialist Instruction Credential Application Instructions
I. CLEAR AGRICULTURE SPECIALIST CREDENTIAL CHECKLIST
a. Fresno State Specialist Instruction Credential Application (page 3)
b. Fresno State transcripts with ALL grades and bachelor’s degree posted. Unofficial transcripts printed from the My Fresno State Portal (my.fresnostate.edu) are acceptable. If you are applying at the same time for your Single Subject Ag credential, one set of transcripts is sufficient.
c. Must have applied for or hold a Preliminary Single Subject Ag Credential.
d. Copy of the $25.00 Fresno State processing fee receipt. See payment instructions below.
If you are applying for both the Preliminary Single Subject and Ag Specialist credentials together, one $50 fee is acceptable.
II. CLEAR READING and LITERACY LEADERSHIP SPECIALIST (RLLS) and/or READING and LITERACY added Authorization (RLAA) CHECKLIST
If you are eligible for both the RLLS and RLAA, you will apply for the RLLS only.
a. Fresno State Specialist Instruction Credential Application (page 3)
b. Fresno State transcripts with ALL grades and bachelor’s degree posted. Unofficial transcripts printed from the My Fresno State Portal (my.fresnostate.edu) are acceptable.
c. Copy of valid prerequisite Multiple or Single Subject credential.
d. Original and current employer letter(s) with signature on letterhead verifying three (3) years of successful full-time teaching experience in any grades preschool through adult, exclusive of student teaching, intern teaching, or teaching while holding an emergency or teaching permit.
e. Copy of the $25.00 Fresno State processing fee receipt. See payment instructions below.
If you are applying for both the RLLS and RLAA at the same time, only one fee is required.
f. The Credential Analyst will contact the program coordinator to obtain your program clearance form.
Fresno State Credential Processing Fee
There is a $25 Fresno State processing fee for applying for your credential. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. DO NOT send cash. Include a copy of the receipt with your credential application packet.
Pay at this link: https://commerce.cashnet.com/fresnoem_kremencenterforadvising
• You may pay by credit or debit card. Please note there is a 2.65% added service charge fee for each transaction.
• Payment can also be made by electronic check without any additional service charges.
If you are applying for two credentials (Multiple Subject and Education Specialist, or Single Subject Agriculture and Ag Specialist), there are two processing fees.
How to Submit Your Credential Application Packet
DO NOT email your application packet to the Credential Analyst. Please mail your credential application packet to the mailing address below or submit in-person to the Kremen Education Building, Room 100. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before closing time to ensure your application packet is received and processed.
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, closed for lunch 12:00 – 1:00 pm.
Note: During summer, our office hours are 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, closed for lunch 12:00 – 12:30 pm.
Mailing Address:
Credential Analyst, Fresno State
Kremen School of Education
5005 N. Maple Avenue, M/S ED 301
Fresno, CA 93740-8025
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What Happens Next After I Submit My Credential Application
Applicationsare processed in the order they are received. Processing time may take up to 20 business days during peak periods (January – March and June – September).
After the Credential Analyst recommends your credential application to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), you will receive three email notifications.
CTC Email #1: You will receive an automated email from the CTC titled “CTC Notice – Recommendation for New Document”.
Follow the instructions in this email to complete your part of the online process
(Complete Your Program’s Recommendation).
CTC Fee: The CTC fee for your credential is $102.65. A valid email and credit/debit card are required. You will only be allowed to pay the fee after receiving this email notification.
HELPFUL TIPS!
• Review the Document Title and Term in the email for accuracy.
• Review the steps for “Locate Your Recommendation or Application” and “Complete Your Recommendation or Application” (LINK) before proceeding, as you may apply for the incorrect credential and will have to pay the fee again. There are no refunds.
• The recommendation of a credential expires within 90 days of it being recommended. CTC will delete your recommendation from their system if you do not complete your part of their online process. You will need to pay the $25 processing fee again for the Credential Analyst to resubmit your credential recommendation.
CTC Email #2: Payment Confirmation
Prior to submitting payment, credential candidates are encouraged to complete the CTC Program Completer Survey. Your response helps improve the quality and effectiveness of the credential preparation programs and contributes to the Commission's efforts to streamline and strengthen its accreditation system. Responses are anonymous and voluntary.
If currently employed, prior to receiving the final email, your local County Office of Education (COE) credentials department will accept this payment confirmation email as a temporary confirmation until your document number is issued.
If you have a conviction record or you have answered yes to any of the fitness questions, your application process may be delayed as CTC verifies your information.
CTC Email #3: “Notification of Credential Issuance”
After CTC completes their review, you will receive your document number. If currently employed, ask your local COE credentials department if you need to register a copy of the final CTC email with your document number. Fresno County: Submit this email to your school district employer.
The average processing time is approximately 7-10 days after payment.
For questions, please email the Credential Analyst, Pea Vang, at pavang@mail.fresnostate.edu.
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