Bill > SB00034

This bill proposes an amendment to title 10 of the general statutes that would allow tradespeople and health care professionals to receive credit for their professional work experience when seeking teacher certification, specifically for teaching courses directly related to their specific field of expertise. The primary goal of this legislation is to address the current shortage of trade school teachers by creating a more accessible pathway for experienced professionals to transition into teaching roles. By recognizing the valuable practical knowledge and industry experience of tradespeople and health care professionals, the bill aims to streamline the teacher certification process and potentially attract more qualified instructors to vocational and technical education programs. The proposed change would enable individuals with significant professional backgrounds to more easily become educators in their respective fields, thereby helping to fill critical teaching gaps in trade and healthcare-related educational settings.

Education

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