Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-66-20 providing relief for candidates completing preparation this year and for prospective teachers beginning preparation in the 2020-21 year.  Specific provisions include the Postponement of Performance Assessment and RICA requirements — the statutory requirement for candidates to pass a performance assessment for a preliminary teaching or administrative services credential has been moved to the clear credential.  The statutory requirement for Multiple Subject and Education Specialist candidates to pass the RICA assessment has also been moved to the clear credential.  The requirement for completion of the CBEST prior to admission to a commission-approved educator preparation program has been temporarily suspended.  Candidates must satisfy the basic skills requirement prior to being recommended for the preliminary credential. The statutory requirement for an intern candidate to meet the subject matter requirement prior to being recommended for the intern credential has been suspended. Candidates must satisfy subject matter prior to being recommended for the preliminary credential. This is for candidates who were unable to take the assessment between March 19 and August 31, 2020.  For more information visit .