A. The State Board of Education shall issue a two-year provisional certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities to any individual who has:
1. Obtained a standard certificate in the area of mild-moderate disabilities;
2. Been recommended for a certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities by a school district board of education; and
3. Submitted an application and payment of the required certification fee.
B. An individual who completes the requirements of subsection A of this section may be eligible to receive a standard certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities upon completion of:
1. A micro-credentialing program in the area of severe-profound disabilities approved by the State Board of Education. The micro-credentialing program shall include competencies described in Section 6-187 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes; or
2. The subject area competency examination required by Section 6-187 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes.
Added by Laws 2020, c. 144, § 4, eff. July 1, 2020.