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Introduced
12/16/2021
12/16/2021
In Committee
01/07/2022
01/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022
03/14/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to certified school counselors; creating s. 1012.461, F.S.; providing certification requirements for school counselors; requiring certified school counselors to provide a certain program for a specified purpose; providing program requirements; authorizing such counselors to perform certain duties; prohibiting such counselors from performing certain duties; requiring such counselors to perform specified duties under certain circumstances; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes requirements and authorized duties for certified school counselors in Florida. It requires certified school counselors to hold the necessary certifications, follow the American School Counselor Association's ethical standards, and provide a student-centered, data-informed, and outcome-oriented program integrated into the curriculum to prepare students for postsecondary education, training, or a career. The bill outlines specific duties the counselors can perform, such as academic advising, mental health support, social-emotional learning, and data analysis, while prohibiting them from performing certain administrative or clerical tasks. The bill also allows certified school counselors to cover classrooms or supervise common areas when required of all instructional personnel. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died in Secondary Education & Career Development Subcommittee (on 03/14/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2022/941 |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2022/941/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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