Kentucky SB351 amends education professional certifications, focusing on teacher certification processes and disciplinary actions.

Kentucky SB351 revises the certification process for teachers and other school personnel, placing the authority with the Education Professional Standards Board. It mandates that all new teachers and those seeking additional certification must complete approved teacher preparation programs and pass assessments. The bill outlines procedures for handling complaints against certificate holders, including timelines for investigations, hearings, and potential disciplinary actions such as revocation, suspension, or admonishment.

Kentucky SB351 amends education professional certifications, focusing on teacher certification processes and disciplinary actions.

Kentucky SB351 revises the certification process for teachers and other school personnel, placing the authority with the Education Professional Standards Board. It mandates that all new teachers and those seeking additional certification must complete approved teacher preparation programs and pass assessments. The bill outlines procedures for handling complaints against certificate holders, including timelines for investigations, hearings, and potential disciplinary actions such as revocation, suspension, or admonishment.