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Teach.

California needs teachers! This site helps you understand the steps,
make a career plan, provide guidance for finding a program, and finding financial aid!

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Six Steps to Become a Teacher!

Learn what it takes to become a teacher!

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Make and Follow Your Career Plan

Plan your next steps to becoming a teacher by creating a Career Plan.

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Find the Right Teacher Preparation Program

In 3 easy steps, find the right program for you!

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Find Financial Aid

How do you plan to pay for your education?

Understand the
Requirements

for becoming a teacher in California.

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We love our partners! They help us get the word out to prospective about the need for teachers in CA. Meet our partners!

Visit our Partners of TEACH California page for more information on our community partners.

FAQ: "Do you have to get a Master’s degree before you can get a credential?"

Answer: No, you don't need a Master’s degree. You must meet the credential requirements set by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Have Questions?

Check out our Virtual Advisor and F.A.Q. pages!