An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in certification of teachers, providing for educational specialist experience-based certification; and making an editorial change.

Summary

The bill adds a new certification pathway that lets qualified counselors and nurses receive a temporary specialist certificate while they complete required credit hours. It sets education, exam, experience, and continuing‑education standards, and limits the certificate to a maximum of five years. The change aims to address staffing needs by allowing qualified professionals to work while finishing formal preparation.

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