Senate panel hears CCV testimony and OPR plan for 8‑year transitional licenses and a 21‑credit pathway for early‑childhood educators The Senate Health & Welfare Committee heard testimony from Dr. Leslie Johnson of the Community College of Vermont on college credit and prior‑learning options for early‑childhood educators and an Office of Professional Regulation briefing outlining an eight‑year transitional licensing window and a proposed 21‑credit alternative pathway. The committee requested fiscal detail and a report back timeline; no votes were taken.

The Senate Health & Welfare Committee is paving the way for early-childhood educators with an innovative 8-year transitional licensing plan and a unique 21-credit pathway to meet new credential requirements!

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