SENATE BILL REPORT
SB 6580
BYSenators Johnson, Gaspard, Lee, Smitherman, Kiskaddon and Madsen
Requiring equivalency standards for certifying instructors at vocational-technical institutes.
Senate Committee on Education
Senate Hearing Date(s):February 1, 1988
Senate Staff:Don Bennett (786-7424)
AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 1988
BACKGROUND:
Significant enhancements of teacher certification standards were included in SSB 5479, Chapter 525, Laws of 1987. After August 31, 1992, all individuals qualifying for initial certification must possess a baccalaureate degree in the arts, sciences, and/or humanities. The only exceptions recognized are specific educational qualifications applicable to applicants for preschool through grade six certificates.
After August 31, 1992, all applicants for professional level certification must possess a masters degree in teaching, or a masters degree in the arts, sciences, and/or humanities.
Current standards for certification of vocational instructors are provided by State Board of Education regulations. Individuals who enter vocational education as instructors after a number of years in business or industry are able to attain certification based on that experience provided additional requirements also are met.
SUMMARY:
The State Board of Education shall develop baccalaureate and masters degree equivalency standards to be used for certifying instructors in vocational-technical institutes.
Appropriation: none
Revenue: none
Fiscal Note: none requested