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FL S1404

FL S1404
Certified School Counselors


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Introduced
01/03/2022
In Committee
01/12/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing certification requirements for school counselors; requiring certified school counselors to provide a certain program for a specified purpose; authorizing such counselors to perform certain duties; authorizing such counselors to perform specified additional duties under certain circumstances, etc.

AI Summary

This bill establishes certification requirements for school counselors in Florida. Certified school counselors must hold the required certificate, abide by 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 the authorized duties of certified school counselors, including advisement, orientation, academic advising, interpreting test results, providing mental health support, and consulting with various stakeholders. Additionally, certified school counselors may perform certain additional duties, such as covering classrooms or supervising common areas, if required of the majority of instructional personnel.

Committee Categories

Education, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

Children, Families, and Elder Affairs (Senate)

Last Action

Died in Rules (on 03/14/2022)

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