5.9 Provisional Authorization: A provisional credential may be granted if essential to the preservation of the vocational program of a district or institution, as certified by the local governing board, if the district or institution has made conscientious efforts to secure the services of properly credentialed persons. 

A provisional credential is issued for three years, from July 1 to June 30. A provisional credential application received in the Credentialing Office before October 31, if approved, will be issued retroactive to July 1. Applications received after October 31, if approved, will be effective from the date of issuance only and be in effect for the remainder of the three-year period ending June 30. The provisional credential remains in effect for three years and is non-renewable. 

Upon completion of designated requirements by a person holding a provisional credential, a request for a five-year, standard credential may be submitted before October 31 and, if approved, is issued retroactive to July 1. Requests made after October 31 will be effective on the date of receipt and will be valid for five years.