CTE Designated Subjects Credential
The CTE Credentialing Program is designed for both new and experienced teachers to earn their Designated Subjects Credential. This credential qualifies candidates who have successfully completed our program to teach CTE courses in grades twelve and below and in classes organized primarily for adults, including services to English learners in Specially Designed Academic Instruction Delivered in English (SDAIE) in career technical, trade or vocational courses. Through online coursework and in-person support, participants gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to become effective, fully credentialed CTE instructors.
As an approved Program Sponsor, The Orange County Department of Education recommends candidates to the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for the Preliminary Designated Subjects - Career Technical Education (CTE) Credential.
Need assistance?
All CTE Credentialing questions and requests are handled through the CTE Credentialing Support Request Form. A member of the CTE Credentialing Team will respond within two business days.
Marilyn Cunneen
OCDE CTE Credentialing Program Coordinator
Credential Application Process
CTE Credentialing Support
Submit the CTE Credentialing Support Request Form for assistance with course registration, Canvas, payments, credential applications, program requirements, or other credentialing questions.
A staff member will respond within two business days.
Submit a CTE Credentialing Support Request
To securely submit an application or supporting documents, please use the CTE Credential Program Secure Document Transfer Form.
Please do not email documents or include confidential information in the support request form.
Mailing Address:
Orange County Department of Education
CTE Credentialing Program
200 Kalmus Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626