Credential Resources

Important Phone Numbers and Websites for Credential Students

  • Graduate Admissions: education@dominican.edu 415-485-3246
    For more information on how to become a teacher, questions about the credential program, or to apply for Dominican's program. 
  • CBEST Exam Registration:  www.cbest.nesinc.com
    This exam meets the Basic Skills Requirement.  You must fulfill the basic skills requirement prior to the end of your first semester in the credential program.
  • CSET Exam Registration:  www.cset.nesinc.com
    Elementary and Special Education teachers must pass the Multiple Subjects Exam.  Middle school and high school teachers must pass the exam in their subject area. You must fulfill the subject matter competency requirement prior to the end of your first semester in the credential program.
  • RICA Exam Registration: http://www.rica.nesinc.com/
    Elementary and Special Education teachers must pass the Reading Instruction Competence Assessment (RICA) exam before they are recommended for their credential.
  • Professional/Continuing Education: http://www.dominican.edu/academics/education/professional-continuing.html
    Find out how to register for the Child and Adolescent Development prerequisite course or to schedule an appointment to take the US Constitution exam.
  • Livescan Fingerprinting Appointments:
    For the most current contacts please visit http://ag.ca.gov/fingerprints/publications/contact.php and select your county to find the location nearest you.
  • TB Test Clinics:
    You can get a TB test done on campus by visiting the Student Health Center. The cost is $10, or free to Kaiser members if you bring your insurance card. They give the test every day except for Thursdays.  The Student Health Center hours are always posted on the door and on their voicemail.   

               If you do not have health insurance, call your local clinic to schedule your TB test.