Rhode Island H7614 suspends the requirement for a standardized teacher's examination for teaching certificate applicants until July 1, 2028.

Rhode Island H7614 amends the General Laws to suspend the requirement for applicants to complete a standardized teacher's examination as a prerequisite for obtaining a teaching certificate until July 1, 2028. This change applies to all applicants except those enrolled in accredited post-secondary teacher preparation programs, who may still be required to take such examinations as part of their program. The act also allows the board of regents for elementary and secondary education to issue certificates of qualification without examination to those who present evidence of qualification.

Rhode Island H7614 suspends the requirement for a standardized teacher's examination for teaching certificate applicants until July 1, 2028.

Rhode Island H7614 amends the General Laws to suspend the requirement for applicants to complete a standardized teacher's examination as a prerequisite for obtaining a teaching certificate until July 1, 2028. This change applies to all applicants except those enrolled in accredited post-secondary teacher preparation programs, who may still be required to take such examinations as part of their program. The act also allows the board of regents for elementary and secondary education to issue certificates of qualification without examination to those who present evidence of qualification.