Encourages public school teachers to hold current certification in emergency first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and use of automated external defibrillator.
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This bill encourages New Jersey public school teachers to obtain and maintain current certifications in emergency first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The legislation requires school districts to offer opportunities for teachers to receive these certifications and to recognize teachers who voluntarily pursue them with a certificate of commendation, potentially earning professional development credits. The goal is to improve the ability of schools to respond effectively to medical emergencies.
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