Introductory Supplementary Authorization in Computer Science Education

• How computing systems and digital devices function, and how they have contributed to various disciplines
• Best practices in problem solving techniques and fundamental computing concepts including decomposition, data representation and algorithms
• High-level programming languages and advanced software design

Prior to enrolling, please ensure that you meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
2. One of the following valid, unexpired, California teaching credentials:
   • Multiple Subject
   • Single Subject
   • Standard Elementary
   • Standard Secondary
   • Special Secondary
3. Please note that there is no application required to begin taking courses toward the Introductory Computer Science Authorization, however, we recommend that you apply by the third course if you would like UCR to assist with the filing of CTC paperwork at the completion of the required courses. You can apply, free of charge, below.

CTC Authorization Completion Requirements

• Complete all your coursework with a grade of C or better.
• Once your grades have been posted, contact UCR University Extension's Credentials Office at credentials@ucx.ucr.edu or 951.827.4105 to request your authorization. A credential analyst will send you the necessary forms.
  • If you are earning the Computer Science Authorization, we can help you submit your recommendation to the CTC.
  • Please note that additional steps are needed in order to review, verify completion, and submit your recommendation to the CTC. An advisor can guide you through the process.
• Once you have submitted your forms and UCR University Extension has completed the verification process, you will receive an email from Parchment (certificate issuing system) with instructions on how to access your digital and printed certificate.
• You will have three days to review your certificate and verify your mailing address.

UCR Extension only submits applications to CTC on behalf of students who have completed all of the coursework through UCR Extension.

CTC Notice

The final decision regarding an applicant's academic eligibility for a supplementary or subject matter authorization will be determined by CTC staff when the documentation is submitted and the application is evaluated.

K-12 educators, pre-service teachers or school or district administrators in public, private or charter school environments who are interested in furthering their knowledge in computer science education.

The Computer Science Authorization may be of interest to any teacher, pre-service teacher or school or district administrator interested in furthering their knowledge in computer science education. Introductory supplementary authorizations added to Multiple Subject or Single Subject Credentials authorize the holder to teach departmentalized classes related to Computer Science in grades 9 and below. Specific supplementary authorizations may only be added to Single Subject Credentials and authorize the holder to teach Computer Science in grades preschool, K-12, and classes primarily for adults.

University of California programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student for California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the University of California and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.

The University of California has not determined whether its programs meet other states' educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether, if they complete a University of California program, they will meet their state's requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).