UMass Global, California's second-largest provider of teaching credentials, offers an array of credentials and authorization programs designed to support your career in education.
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Start Making A Difference…Sooner
With credentials and authorizations from UMass Global, you can launch your education career in as little as one year.* Our comprehensive programs are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing and meet all state requirements for becoming a teacher in California. The curriculum blends online coursework with embedded or in-person, supervised fieldwork, equipping you with the subject matter knowledge, developmental insights, and practical skills to succeed in the classroom. Plus, our statewide network helps connect you to valuable fieldwork and internship opportunities.
*Based on an average full-time class load.
Graduate Admission
Applying for a credential, master's, or doctoral degree program? Research the requirements for your program, fill out the online application and request your official transcripts.
Learn about financial aid available for graduate and professional degree students in the form of institutional and outside scholarships, as well as non-need based loans.
Support students with autism through UMass Global's California Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization. Learn evidence-based strategies for assessment and instruction.
Jan 11, 2027
Added Authorization - Autism Spectrum Disorder
CA Only
This state-approved, autism specialist certificate is a four-course, 12-unit program providing either a CTC-designated authorization to serve learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders or a Certificate of Completion.
Support students with autism through UMass Global's California Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization. Learn evidence-based strategies for assessment and instruction.
Credentials & Authorizations
Support students with autism through UMass Global's California Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization. Learn evidence-based strategies for assessment and instruction.
Expand your teaching versatility with UMass Global's Multiple Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program for Single Subject teachers to teach K-8.
Oct 26, 2026
Added Authorization - Multiple Subject Credential
CA Only
This authorization program, comprised of just two courses, is designed for teachers who already hold a Single Subject Credential in California and want to teach in both multiple subject and single subject environments.
Expand your teaching versatility with UMass Global's Multiple Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program for Single Subject teachers to teach K-8.
Credentials & Authorizations
Expand your teaching versatility with UMass Global's Multiple Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program for Single Subject teachers to teach K-8.
Broaden your teaching expertise with UMass Global's Single Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program to add one of 7 secondary content areas.
Oct 26, 2026
Added Authorization - Single Subject Credential
CA Only
For California teachers who have a single or multiple subject teaching credential but want to expand their subject expertise and career options, this added authorization involves just a single class and is accredited by the CTC.
Broaden your teaching expertise with UMass Global's Single Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program to add one of 7 secondary content areas.
Credentials & Authorizations
Broaden your teaching expertise with UMass Global's Single Subject Added Authorization. CTC-authorized program to add one of 7 secondary content areas.
Advance your leadership with UMass Global's Clear Administrative Services Credential. 2-year CTC-authorized program with one-on-one coaching and Ed.D. option.
Oct 26, 2026
Administrative Services Credential - Clear
CA Only
If you strive to become an educational leader in California, the Clear Administrative Services Credential is a must. This two-year credential program will prepare you for high-level K-12 administrative roles.
Advance your leadership with UMass Global's Clear Administrative Services Credential. 2-year CTC-authorized program with one-on-one coaching and Ed.D. option.
Credentials & Authorizations
Advance your leadership with UMass Global's Clear Administrative Services Credential. 2-year CTC-authorized program with one-on-one coaching and Ed.D. option.
Lead California schools with UMass Global's CTC-accredited Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. Develop vision, coaching, and strategic improvement skills.
Jan 11, 2027
Administrative Services Credential - Preliminary
CA Only
This credential program is designed for individuals seeking a career in school administration and educational leadership.
Lead California schools with UMass Global's CTC-accredited Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. Develop vision, coaching, and strategic improvement skills.
Credentials & Authorizations
Lead California schools with UMass Global's CTC-accredited Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. Develop vision, coaching, and strategic improvement skills.
Become an effective bilingual educator in California schools with this CTC-designated Bilingual Authorization in Spanish or Mandarin.
Oct 26, 2026
CA Bilingual Authorization (Mandarin)
CA Only
2 Courses
Expand your teaching expertise and connect with more students through bilingual education. In just two courses, earn your California Bilingual Authorization (BILA) in Spanish or Mandarin and open the door to new opportunities in California’s diverse classrooms.
California Teachers of English Learners Authorization
Empower English learners with UMass Global's CTEL Authorization & CLAD Certificate. 4-course online program with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Oct 26, 2026
California Teachers of English Learners Authorization
Incl. CLAD Cert
4 Courses
Expand your ability to impact students with limited English proficiency in this CTC-approved program. Upon completion, you will be authorized to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.
Empower English learners with UMass Global's CTEL Authorization & CLAD Certificate. 4-course online program with culturally responsive teaching practices.
Credentials & Authorizations
Empower English learners with UMass Global's CTEL Authorization & CLAD Certificate. 4-course online program with culturally responsive teaching practices.
From the onset, being a student at UMass Global was an amazing experience. The advisors, instructors, support-staff, and other personnel were pivotal in ensuring my experience was rewarding and seamless. UMass Global provided me with the opportunity to continue working at my school-site all the while securing my teaching credential.
Noe Alberto G.
Teaching Credential, Single Subject in Chemistry/Biology
The program did a phenomenal job matching me up with a mentor that met all my requests. The mentor was supportive and encouraging. He provided an environment that was safe to critically process ideas and concepts together.
Trisha A.
Clear Administrative Services Credential
Although my program was entirely online, I feel that I got to bond with a few of my peers and truly have enjoyed the experience.
Krystle C.
Teaching Credential, Multiple Subject with CLAD
The MAELA program was beyond invaluable. So much of what I was asked to do was relatable to my job. The people affiliated with the program know what works in education.
