An Act relative to teaching certification

This bill allows individuals with disabilities to qualify for teaching certification in Massachusetts without taking the standard written exam. It mandates the state education board to create a practical alternative assessment for people who cannot pass the written test due to intellectual, sensory, emotional, physical, environmental, or specific learning disabilities. The law applies specifically to provisional educator certifications and those with advanced standing, ensuring these candidates can still meet eligibility requirements through a different evaluation method. The changes will become effective 180 days after the legislation is passed.