The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to educator preparation and certification. It authorizes educator preparation institutes to allow program participants to enroll in introductory coursework while they work towards obtaining an eligible statement of status of eligibility in their certification subject area. Additionally, it revises the criteria for awarding temporary educator certification to include individuals with expired professional certificates and mandates that subject area coverages and endorsements be reinstated alongside the professional certificate. The bill also specifies that certain requirements for reinstatement cannot be satisfied using specific inservice points.

Furthermore, the Florida Center for Teaching Excellence is required to collaborate with the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching to develop professional learning opportunities and educator training programs. The center must submit a professional learning system for approval and allow certified educators to use this system at no cost while also providing information on school district professional learning systems. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 561 Filed: 1012.56, 1012.585
H 561 c1: 1004.85, 1012.56, 1012.585
H 561 er: 1004.85, 1012.56, 1012.585