Grant Partnership for California Classified Employees

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National University Supports K-12 District Partners

Receive up to $4,800 per year from participating school districts that host a Classified Employee Grant to pursue a California teaching credential at National University.

National University is proud to support paraprofessionals, custodial staff, administrative personnel, food service workers, and other classified employees at partnering K-12 entities hosting a Classified Employee Grant with a pathway to earning your California teaching credential.

If you already hold 60 semester units, a Classified Employee Grant can be applied to pursue a teaching credential program designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s educators. This grant can also be stacked with our Workforce and Community Education (WCE) tuition reduction discount.

Why Choose NU?

  • No. 1 choice for California teachers
  • 150+ academic degree programs plus credentials and certificates
  • Classes offered online or in-person
  • Classes start monthly
  • Flexible transfer credit policy
  • Dedicated student services tailored to working professionals
  • Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
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Find Out if You are Eligible

Step 1: To learn if your employer is a host of a Classified Employee Grant and the added WCE partner tuition reduction discount with National University, click here to view the Classified Employee Grant partner list.

Step 2: If your employer or county office is listed, contact your HR contact for classified employees to learn about their eligibility criteria and application process.

Step 3: After completing the application process and receiving acceptance for the grant funds, please reach out to National University Liaison McKayla Carpenter-Robertson at [email protected]. Use “CEG Student – Credential Program Interest” in the subject line. She can provide you with more information about the credential program(s) you are interested in at National University and guide you into the enrollment process.

Make an Impact in Your Community and in the Field of Education

National University has recommended more candidates for teaching credentials in CA than any other university in the state. We offer a wide range of credential programs to help set you up for success in your teaching career.

Choose the Pathway to Your Career Aspirations

Complete your bachelor’s degree to earn a market-relevant teaching credential in California. NU offers two Single-Subject Teaching Credential degree options and two Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential options at the undergraduate level:

Already have your bachelor’s degree? NU offers several post-baccalaureate Single-Subject, Multiple-Subject, Bilingual (Spanish), and Special Education Preliminary Teaching Credential options:

Frequently Asked Questions

After completing the acceptance process with your employer for their Classified Employee Grant, please contact National University Liaison McKayla Carpenter-Robertson at [email protected]. Use “CEG Student – Credential Program Interest” in the subject line. She can provide you with more information about the credential program(s) you are interested in at National University and guide you into the enrollment process.

National University offers year-round enrollment with flexible monthly class start dates, allowing you to begin your studies sooner and complete your program more quickly. To be eligible for classroom instruction at the start of the school year (i.e., August), it is advisable to start your program in April or earlier.

All NU teaching credential programs are offered online.

With the availability of our convenient 4- and 8-week course structure, you can immerse yourself in career-driven credential programs that help you reach your goals — one course at a time. Program completion time depends on the degree you choose to pursue.