Instructor Application Process & Deadline

Application Process

Prospective instructors submit a College Credit Plus (CCP) Instructor Application online, documenting their credentials. 

YSU academic departments review the applications and forward them to the Provost's Office, which reviews potential faculty/CCP instructors to ensure they meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) credentialing requirements. 

YSU academic departments make the final decision on whether or not a CCP Instructor application is approved.

The instructor is notified of the decision by the Department of Human Resources.

If approved, the CCP Office schedules a new instructor orientation with the academic department during the spring term. New CCP instructors will receive a copy of the syllabus, textbook options, and other relevant information regarding the class they will be teaching during this session. 

 

How to Apply

A complete College Credit Plus Instructor Application includes ALL of the following:

  • CCP Instructor Online Application (see below for instructions on how to access the site).
  • Letter of Intent/Cover Letter to apply for CCP Instructor status, highlighting qualifications and interest in the program.
  • Resume/Vita (please list years of experience teaching each subject and all post-secondary education, including any professional development workshops).
  • A letter of recommendation from your principal.
  • Copies of official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate study, both degree and non-degree, provided it is legible.
    • If approved, you will be asked to order official transcripts and have them sent to YSU. Official transcripts are sent directly from the issuing institution to YSU by mail or electronically to an email address provided later.

 Submit your completed application online at  https://ysu.edu/careers. 

  •  Once you navigate to the webpage, click on the "Show More" box to read additional information about the application process.
  • When ready, type in College Credit Plus in the page's search engine.
  • Scroll down until you find the content area you wish to apply for.
    • Please note: If you are applying for two content areas (e.g., Biology and Chemistry), you must apply under each job posting.
  • Click on the job title (red font). The position description will appear to the right.
  • Click "Apply" to begin the application process.

 

Deadline to Apply

Complete instructor applications are due by noon on the last business day of the preceding academic year in October.  For example, an instructor who wishes to teach in the 26-27 academic year will need to apply by the last business day in October, 2025.   

Teachers who apply 12-18 months before teaching the YSU course can attend CCP workshops for a year prior to their teaching start date.

Applying early also provides sufficient time to address issues that may arise during the application process. 

Applications received after this date will be placed on file for the following year's application review.

We encourage all applicants to review the YSU CCP website at www.ysu.edu/ccp.

EXCEPTION: Schools may learn after the last business day in October that they must replace a CCP instructor. If this occurs, don't hesitate to contact the CCP office to make accommodations for late applicants.