Child Development Permits

To apply for a Child Development Permit, applicants must submit a completed application packet containing the following:

Important: All documents must include an original "wet" ink signature and be submitted under your full legal name. Your application, fingerprint records, and CTC Educator Profile must match exactly to be processed.

Required Documents:

1. Completed 41-4 Application for Credential Form

• Download and print the 41-4 Application.
• Do not follow the payment or mailing instructions on the form.

2.  Fingerprinting & Live Scan Requirements

• Complete a Live Scan fingerprinting appointment before applying.

• Fill out and bring a 41-LS Request for Live Scan Service Form to your appointment.

• After fingerprinting, you will receive a copy of the Live Scan request form from the technician.

• To schedule an appointment and obtain fee information, call: (209) 381-6661.

• Please bring with you the appropriate fee amount, a Valid Driver's License or approved State ID, and a Social Security Card.

3. Official Transcripts

• Must show the coursework, semester units, and/or the appropriate degree for the permit type.
• All completed coursework must be passed with a grade of “C” or better (per California Administrative Code Title 5, Section 80454).
• The university must be completed at a regionally-accredited college or university. 
• Electronic transcripts (e-scripts) are accepted but must be sent directly from the university/college or e-script provider to:
  📩 Tina Schultz, Credential Specialist – tschultz@mcoe.org

4. Verification of Experience Form

• Must be signed by your employer or submitted as a letter on official letterhead.

5. Certificate of Clearance (COC) Application

• This is a separate application and requires a $52.65 fee paid to CTC.
• Your application, fingerprints, and educator profile must match exactly.
• The COC is required for the issuance of a Temporary County Certificate.

6. Master Teacher Specialization Designation Form (if applicable)

• Required only if qualifying under Option 1 for the Master Teacher level.

7. Submitting Your Application

• Bring all required materials with you to your fingerprint appointment.
• Once MCOE receives your completed application packet, we will submit an Online Recommendation to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
• You will receive an email from CTC with instructions to:
  • Complete the Personal and Professional Fitness Questionnaire
  • Submit the permit application fee ($102.65)
• Check Your Email: The subject line will be: "CTC Notice – Recommendation for New Document."
• Turn off your pop-up blocker before completing the online application.

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Teacher, Master Teacher, Site Supervisor, and Director Permits can be renewed online

1. Be sure to set your computer to allow pop-ups from this website.
2. Select - Online Services for Educators.
3. Select - Educator Page.
4. Make corrections to personal information if necessary and SAVE.
5. Select – NEXT.
6. Locate the document under the header RENEW YOUR DOCUMENT. Set the indicator to – YES next to the title of your Child        Development Permit.  It should be highlighted in yellow.
7. Select – COMPLETE above the yellow highlighted area.
8. Follow the prompts to complete the process.   

The Associate Teacher permit is renewable only ONCE.  The holder must complete at least 15 semester units towards the Teacher Permit. 

Individuals applying for a Child Development Permit must submit a completed application packet consisting of all of the following:

NOTE: All documents must have an original "wet" ink signature.

1. A $100.00 Cashier’s check or Money order payable to the CTC (Commission on Teacher Credentialing). 
2.  A completed 41-4 Application for Credential form.
3.  Official transcripts of those transcripts show the required 15-semester units. All completed coursework must be passed with a grade of “C” or better, per California Administrative Code Title 5, Section 80454. The university accreditation must be accepted by CTC. E-scripts are accepted, however, they must be emailed directly by the university/college or e-script service provider to Tina Schultz, Credential Specialist at: tschultz@mcoe.org  

NOTE: Completion of units is mandatory for renewal of the Associate Teacher Permit. If an individual completed less than the required 15-semester units of coursework for renewal, there is NO option for an emergency permit or extension. The CTC will not make exceptions. The only available option for the individual is to downgrade to an Assistant Permit.
 

The Assistant Permit can be renewed upon completion of 105 hours of Professional Growth. 

Individuals applying for a Child Development Permit must submit a completed application packet consisting of all of the following:

NOTE: All documents must have an original "wet" ink signature.
1.    A $100.00 Cashier’s check or Money order payable to the CTC (Commission on Teacher Credentialing).
2.    A completed 41-4 Application for Credential form.

To apply for a Child Development Permit, applicants must submit a completed application packet containing the following:

Important: All documents must include an original "wet" ink signature and be submitted under your full legal name. Your application, fingerprint records, and CTC Educator Profile must match exactly to be processed.

Required Documents:

1. Completed 41-4 Application for Credential Form

• Download and print the 41-4 Application.
• Do not follow the payment or mailing instructions on the form.

3. Official Transcripts

• Must show the coursework, semester units, and/or the appropriate degree for the permit type.
• All completed coursework must be passed with a grade of “C” or better (per California Administrative Code Title 5, Section 80454).
• The university must be completed at a regionally-accredited college or university. 
• Electronic transcripts (e-scripts) are accepted but must be sent directly from the university/college or e-script provider to:
  📩 Tina Schultz, Credential Specialist – tschultz@mcoe.org

4. Verification of Experience Form

• Must be signed by your employer or submitted as a letter on official letterhead.

6. Master Teacher Specialization Designation Form (if applicable)

• Required only if qualifying under Option 1 for the Master Teacher level.

7. Submitting Your Application

• Bring all required materials with you to your fingerprint appointment.
• Once MCOE receives your completed application packet, we will submit an Online Recommendation to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
• You will receive an email from CTC with instructions to:
  • Complete the Personal and Professional Fitness Questionnaire
  • Submit the permit application fee ($102.65)
• Check Your Email: The subject line will be: "CTC Notice – Recommendation for New Document."
• Turn off your pop-up blocker before completing the online application.