AB 2206CALIFORNIASession 20252026

AB 2206 restricts community college degrees for teacher credentialing and bans integrated preparation programs

Original title: Teacher credentialing: community college baccalaureate degrees.

September 4, 2026

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Where This Stands

Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action

In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.May 6, 2026

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6 versions on file

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The Frame

What this does

This bill alters the pathway to becoming a teacher for students at California community colleges by imposing new academic requirements for degree recognition and eliminating the option to complete professional teacher training concurrently with a bachelor's degree.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

California community college students

Students must meet new basic skills coursework requirements to use their degrees for teaching credentials and lose access to integrated preparation programs.

California community college districts

Districts are prohibited from offering integrated teacher preparation programs.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 4, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

AB 2206 changes the requirements for teaching credentials by narrowing the definition of acceptable community college s and prohibiting community colleges from offering integrated teacher preparation programs. Candidates with community college degrees must now complete specific coursework in basic reading, writing, and mathematics to qualify for a teaching credential.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a community college bachelor's degree still count toward a teaching credential?

Yes, but only if the degree includes specific coursework in basic reading, writing, and mathematics in the English language.

Can I still complete my teacher training while finishing my bachelor's degree at a community college?

No. AB 2206 prohibits community colleges from offering integrated programs that allow for concurrent professional and subject matter preparation.

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Connected Entities

organizationCommission on Teacher Credentialing“The state body responsible for setting standards for teacher credentials and ove”Map →

otherCalifornia Community College designated subjects career technical education credential pilot program“A new program established by the bill to allow community colleges to recommend C”Map →

personGovernor“Recipient of the required interim evaluation report.”Map →

organizationLegislature“Recipient of the required interim evaluation report.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

openstates.org

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