Credentialing and Fingerprinting Services

Make an appointment

Note: Please make only one appointment per person.

Please be sure to bring ALL necessary forms for your appointment. These can be found under the Instructions and Forms tab. Please follow the instructions completely.

Out-of-Country transcripts must be evaluated prior to your appointment by a CTC-approved evaluation company. See the Commission Approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agencies list.

Child Development Permits: The Child Development Training Consortium (CDTC) Permit Stipend Applications are now open! https://www.childdevelopment.org/students-workforce/applications/child-development-permit-stipends        

We do not maintain a waitlist, but you're welcome to check online for canceled appointments. To help us serve every educator efficiently and respect everyone's time, please make sure all your paperwork is completed before you arrive. 

OCDE and the CTC

The Orange County Department of Education Credentials Unit serves as the liaison to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for Orange County school districts and the County Office. We offer credential and Live Scan/fingerprint services. Live Scan/fingerprint fees range from $25–$137 depending on the services needed.

The Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) oversees college, university, and alternative program accreditation; issuance of credentials and permits; examinations for subject matter competency; and changes in legislation and regulations governing teacher credentialing. Please see the links below for more information:

• Roadmap to Teaching
• CTC and Credentialing Process
• Renewing Credentials
• Obtaining a Copy of Your Credential/Permit
• Credential FAQs and General Questions

To reach the CTC, use the Contact Us Form.

To contact the Division of Licensure Enforcement (DLE), formerly the Division of Professional Practices (DPP), also use the Contact Us Form.