CD Certificates & Permits

What’s the difference?

CD Certificates CD Permits Issued by LA Valley College Issued by CA Commission on Teacher

Credentialing Required for many private schools Required for public schools (LAUSD,

etc.) and some private schools 7 different certificates available 6 permit levels Requirements: •  9 unit CD core + one or more

electives (based on type) •  no experience requirements

Requirements: •  # of units varies based on level •  Most levels require some

experience Typically awarded within 3 weeks Typically awarded within 3 months No Cost Fees for application and Live Scan

What are the certificate options? •  Certificate A – Associate Teacher, Private Preschool

•  Certificate B – Director, Private Preschool

•  Certificate C – School-Age Programs, Private Program Teacher

•  Certificate D – Infant & Toddler Care, Private Program Teacher

•  Certificate E – Associate Teacher, Preschool, Literacy Emphasis

•  Certificate F – Associate Teacher, Preschool, Special Education Emphasis

•  Certificate of Achievement – Child Development Teacher, Public Preschool

Do I qualify for a certificate?

Overall Requirements •  9 units of core CD classes •  1 or more electives •  Must have a “C” or better •  20% or more of completed courses must be at LAVC

Core CD classes: •  CD 1 Child Growth & Development •  CD 3 or 4 Creative Experiences for Children,

I or II •  CD 11 Home School and Community

Relations

How do I apply for a certificate?

Step 1: Determine which certificates you are eligible to receive.

• The Child Development Program Booklet 2012-2013 can be found on the CD Dept. website at: http://lavc.edu/child_development/

Step 2: Complete and turn in the required application form

• Applications are available in the CD Dept. Office, Family Resource Center, or Academic Affairs Office in Admin. 100

Fill out all personal information accurately and completely. • The name you use will appear on your certificate. • The address you list is where your certificate will be mailed. *Submit form to Academic Affairs, Admin #100

Step 3: Receive your certificate in the mail.

Within approximately 3 – 4 weeks, you will receive your certificate in the mail. The package will contain:

• Congratulations letter • Certificate • Wallet-sized copy of the certificate

In addition, some certificates will appear on your permanent LAVC transcript.

Questions about certificates?

What are the permit options? CD Permit Ladder: •  Level 1 – Assistant Teacher •  Level 2 – Associate Teacher •  Level 3 – Teacher •  Level 4 – Master Teacher •  Level 5 – Site Supervisor •  Level 6 – Program Director

Hop on the ladder with just 6 – units of CD. No experience required!

How do I apply for a permit?

Step 1: Determine which permit level you are eligible to receive.

Use the permit matrix found on the last page of the LAVC CD Programs Booklet at • http://lavc.edu/child_development/index.html

Or, visit the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at : • http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/CREDS/child-dev-permits.html

Level 1 – Assistant Teacher

Option 1: •  any 6-units of CD coursework

Option 2: • completed an accredited HERO/ROP program in high school • No experience required.

Level 2 – Associate Teacher

Option 1: •  12-units of CD coursework (must have CD 1, 3 or 4, and

11) •  50 days of experience in the last 2 years

Option 2: •  Completed CDA credential

What can I count as experience?

•  3+ hours per day minimum (50 days = 150 hours or more)

•  Working with children ages 0-8 •  Must be in a supervised setting •  Must be within the last 2 years •  Can be paid or volunteer/internship hours

Level 3 – Teacher

Option 1: • 24-units of CD coursework (must have CD 1, 3 or 4, and 11) •  16-units of General Education coursework with 175 days of experience within last 4 years

Option 2: • AA-degree or higher in CD or related field • 3-units of supervised field experience (CD 22, 23, 29)

What are the requirements for General Education coursework? Complete a minimum of 16-units with one course from each

area: •  English •  Math or Science •  Humanities •  Social Science

Only degree applicable courses will be accepted. Visit this site for more information to see which GE courses will be accepted. (scroll to page 2)

•  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/CREDS/child-dev-permits.html

•  See a counselor for questions about applicable GE courses

LAVC Catalog 2012-2013

•  Example of a Non-Degree Applicable Course:

110 Introduction to Algebraic Concepts (5) NDA Prerequisite: None. Lecture, 5 hours. The course covers the fundamentals of arithmetic through beginning algebra

skills that are essential for Elementary Algebra. Topics include operations on whole num- bers, fractions, decimals, and integers; order of operations; ratios, proportions, percents, and applications; perimeter, area, and vol- ume applications; metric and English con- versions; and simple algebraic expressions and equations. Basic word problems that embody these concepts are included throughout the course.

Level 4,5, and 6

•  Level 4 – Master Teacher •  Level 5 – Site Supervisor •  Level 6 – Program Director

View these requirements in the CD Programs Handbook or at the CCTC website.

*You may also visit the FRC during our open hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 4:00pm to meet with our staff if you have any questions about the higher levels.

Step 2: Complete the Permit Application Form.

Download the application form from this website: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/how-to-apply.html

The application is a writeable PDF, so you can type in all of your information and print out 2 copies: • 1 for your records • 1 to send in to the CCTC

Application Instructions:

• Complete Section 1 with your personal information. This is what your name will look like on your permit and the address used for mailing.

• Complete Section 2 by selecting “I am applying for my first CA credential/permit” from the drop down menu. Use the drop down menu under Child Development Permit to select the appropriate permit level.

• Complete Section 3 by answering yes or no to each of the professional fitness questions.

• Be sure to sign and date your application.

Step 3: Gather your transcripts.

• You will need to submit official, sealed transcripts from all colleges that you have attended. Follow this link to learn how to get an official copy of LAVC transcripts: http://www.lavc.edu/transcripts/

• Coursework completed outside of the U.S. must be evaluated prior to applying. Follow this link for information and list of acceptable evaluation agencies: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/CREDS/child-dev-permits.html - RESOURCES

Step 4: Confirm your work experience.

Have previous employers or supervisors write a letter verifying your work experience: • Letter should be on official letterhead • Should clearly state the duration of your work/volunteer experience • Make a photocopy of the letter

–  Send the original with your application –  Keep the copy for your records

Step 5: Complete “Live Scan” fingerprinting

• Follow this link to view the Live Scan application form: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/how-to-apply.html

• Complete the personal information section. Make sure that DOJ and FBI are both checked under “Level of Service”.

• Print out 3 copies of the completed form and bring them with you to the Live Scan agency.

• Find a Live Scan agency View locations, hours, and pricing at this website:

•  http://ag.ca.gov/fingerprints/publications/contact.php

Step 6: Pay the application fees

• Prepare a Cashier’s Check/Money Order for $70.00 for new application fees.

• Check should be made out to: California Commission on Teacher Credentialing

• Make a photocopy of the payment for your records.

Step 7: Mail your completed application package.

Gather all of your completed materials. Enclose the following in a large envelope: •  Completed application form •  Official transcripts •  Verification of Work Experience •  Completed Live Scan form •  Payment for $70.00

Send completed package to the address listed at the top of your application form:

STATE OF CALIFORNIA COMMISSION ON TEACHER CREDENTIALING Certification, Assignment, and Waivers Division

Attention: Applications 1900 Capitol Avenue

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA 95811-4213

Step 8: Receive your completed permit.

• The process can take anywhere from 2-3 months, based on the volume of applications being processed. Check here for updated processing timeframes:

–  http://134.186.81.79/fmi/xsl/CTC-processing_times/processing_times.xsl

• Check the status of your application here: –  https://teachercred.ctc.ca.gov/teachers/PersonalSearchProxy

Step 8: Receive your completed permit.

Once complete, you will receive an email linking you to a site where you can view and print your permit.

Helpful Links •  Permit Application Checklist

–  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl876.pdf

•  Permit Level Overview –  http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/

cl797.pdf

•  Need to contact the CTC: –  Call (888) 921-2682 –  Email credentials@ctc.ca.gov

•  Interested in Permit Stipend Program? –  Child Development Training Consortium –  Contact Madlen Aslanian at aslanimd@lavc.edu or

go to www.childdevelopment.org

Questions?