As a result of reform legislation, Assembly Bill 1725 (1988), the issuance of credentials was discontinued in 1990. With the passage of this legislation, a system of "Minimum Qualifications" was established to determine a person's eligibility for academic positions in the community college system based on their education and experience. (You can view that document by clicking on the above link.)

Holders of valid community college life credentials retain the right to serve under the terms of their credential, and are considered to meet the statewide minimum qualifications for all academic positions in their subject matter areas (Education Code Section 87355).

The System Office maintains archives regarding issuance of community college credentials. Our service is for those whose credential is lost, damaged, or stolen. We can only accept a request from the holder of the credential. No third party requests. The holder must provide us with the information listed below to initiate a search of the records and provide a "letter of verification" to the holder if there is sufficient information on file. The records are not automated and are archived offsite Verification can take up to 8 weeks to process.

Please be aware that limited duration credentials with expiration dates CANNOT be renewed or made permanent. Also, name changes can no longer be made on credential records.

To initiate the search process, the requestor will provide the following information and either fax or mail the information. Any questions can be directed to the archivist, Stephanie Brandmeir at (916) 322-6291.

1. Full Name (First, Middle, Last - as shown on original credential)
2. Issue Date of Credential
3. Subject Area of Certification
4. Date of Birth
5. Current Address
6. Current Telephone Number(s)
7. Signature

NOTE: Social Security Account Numbers Are NOT Needed.

Submit your request to:
Chancellor’s Office, California Community Colleges
Student Services Division - Credential Verification
1102 Q Street, Suite 4554
Sacramento, CA 95811-6549

Attn: Stephanie Brandmeir

Or FAX to: 916.327.8232

Please be aware that limited duration credentials with expiration dates CANNOT be renewed or made permanent. Also, name changes can no longer be made on credential records.