Maryland HB490 revises education policies, focusing on career and technical education (CTE) pathways and teacher qualifications.

Maryland HB490 revises the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, emphasizing career and technical education (CTE) pathways. It establishes a CTE Committee to develop a statewide framework for CTE, ensuring alignment with workforce needs and global best practices. The bill also creates an Advisory Committee to recommend career advancement guidelines and credentials. It mandates that high school students complete a registered apprenticeship or industry-recognized credential before graduation.

Maryland HB490 revises education policies, focusing on career and technical education (CTE) pathways and teacher qualifications.

Maryland HB490 revises the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, emphasizing career and technical education (CTE) pathways. It establishes a CTE Committee to develop a statewide framework for CTE, ensuring alignment with workforce needs and global best practices. The bill also creates an Advisory Committee to recommend career advancement guidelines and credentials. It mandates that high school students complete a registered apprenticeship or industry-recognized credential before graduation.