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Credential Programs

Important Dates


Admissions are limited to the number of available seats in each cohort or residency. Space permitting, we look forward to welcoming you to the credential program!

Deadlines Fall 2022 Spring 2024 Fall 2023
Education Specialist Applications Accepted January 27-March 30, 2022 September 25 - November 1, 2023 January 30 - March 31, 2023
Education Specialist Interviews January 26- March 28, 2022 September 18 - October 27, 2023 January 24- March 27, 2023
Mandatory Clinical Practice Orientation

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

3:30-7:30 pm

Saturday, January 20, 2024

9:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Saturday, August 19, 2023

9:00 am - 2:00 pm 

First Day of Fresno State Instruction  Monday, August 22, 2022  Tuesday, January 22, 2024 Thursday, August 17, 2023
First Day of Student Teaching May begin before the first day of Fresno State instruction, based on district calendars. Please plan accordingly. May begin before the first day of Fresno State instruction, based on district calendars. Please plan accordingly. May begin before the first day of Fresno State instruction, based on district calendars. Please plan accordingly.