Certification & Credentialing
The Credential Office at the University of San Diego handles requirements and paperwork to receive a credential upon completion of student teaching, fieldwork, and the credential program at USD.
For information about admission, deadlines, and application to the Credential Program contact:
Office of Admissions and Outreach
School of Leadership and Education Sciences
(619) 260-7988
solesadmissions@sandiego.edu
For information about USD Credentialing contact:
Andrea Estrada
School of Leadership and Education Sciences
credential@sandiego.edu
(619) 260-4821
All information on these pages is verified each semester and is subject to change without notice. For the most current and up to date information contact the School of Leadership and Education Sciences at USD or the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
USD DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
Continuing education, extension and on-line courses are offered by the USD Division of Continuing Education. Contact that office directly for information on course offerings for professional growth: (619) 260-4585 or (888) 321-6658.
USD Continuing Education and on-line courses are not transferable toward a USD credential or master's degree program.
California credentials are issued by the following agency:
Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
PO Box 944270
Sacramento CA 94244-2700
Toll free (888) 921-2682
TEACHER HIRING
Hiring in San Diego County is handled by the individual school districts under the jurisdiction of the San Diego County Office of Education. Information on school district locations, employment and substitute teaching is available at:
Credentials Office, Room 404
San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Rd.
San Diego CA 92111-7399
(858) 292-3716
