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Applying for an Exception


If you receive a denial letter from your college credentialing officer you have the option to request an exception. To request an exception, you need to provide a letter to your college credentialing officer stating what you are requesting an exception for and the basis of that exception. The three areas an exception might be granted for are:

  • Exception on the related degree.
  • Exception if occupational experience requirements are not met.
  • Exception on the required CTE classes.

Credentialing officers will send all exception request letters and your complete application packet to the Board-Designated Oversight Committee for Credentialing (BDOC) for review. This group will review the entire application as submitted including transcripts, occupational experience and your letter requesting the exception. The BDOC then submits their recommendation to CCCS for review and acceptance or modification of the application.


If your request is approved, your college credentialing officer will be notified and they will issue you your credential.



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