Teacher credentialing: programs of professional preparation: California State University and community college partnerships

The plan is intended to broaden routes into teaching, especially for students in rural communities and community college students seeking credentials.

What the law does ​

• Requires the Chancellor of the California Community Colleges and the Chancellor of the California State University to develop a partnership-expansion plan by July 1, 2027.
• Requires the plan to address expanded online CSU teacher-preparation programs offered with community college districts for rural students.
• Requires the plan to address pathways allowing community college students to concurrently enroll in CSU teacher-preparation coursework.
• Makes implementation contingent on a state appropriation.
• Repeals these requirements on January 1, 2033.

Who it affects ​

• Community college students pursuing a teaching credential.
• Students in rural communities pursuing teaching careers.
• California State University campuses and community college districts.

Context ​

The law requires a plan, but does not require its implementation unless the state appropriates funding.