This bill establishes a special education teacher training pilot program in Kansas, allowing a private entity to receive provisional accreditation from the state board of education to operate the program for two years. The program is designed to provide high-quality instruction to teacher candidates with bachelor's degrees who are seeking licensure as special education teachers. The private entity is permitted to collect data during the operation of the program and may apply for full accreditation upon its completion.

Additionally, the bill amends K.S.A. 72-2151 to include provisions for the accreditation of the private entity that operates the pilot program, ensuring that the course of study and the quality of work meet the standards set by the state board. The existing language regarding the accreditation of colleges and universities is modified, specifically removing references to high school course requirements and clarifying the criteria for placing institutions on the accredited list. The bill also repeals the previous version of K.S.A. 72-2151, streamlining the accreditation process for special education teacher training programs.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-2151