An Act expanding licensure opportunity for school counselors
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to broaden the opportunities for individuals to become licensed school counselors in Massachusetts. It seeks to remove barriers to licensure, potentially allowing more qualified candidates to serve in schools. The legislation is part of a series of similar proposals focused on expanding counseling services within the state’s education system. This bill builds upon previous attempts to address the shortage of school counselors.
Key provisions
- Expands the qualifications for school counselor licensure.
- May address barriers to licensure for existing counselors.
- Potentially allows for alternative pathways to licensure.
- Focuses on increasing the availability of school counselors in Massachusetts schools.
Who is affected
- School counselors
- Students in Massachusetts public schools
- The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Potential school counselors seeking licensure
Notable changes
- This bill is part of a series of similar proposals, suggesting an ongoing effort to address the school counselor shortage.
- It builds upon previous legislation (S.2706 and S.210) aimed at expanding school counselor licensure.
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Sponsors
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8 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
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