Teachers would have six ways to qualify for computer science endorsements

Teachers would show enough computer science knowledge through one of six qualification routes. These requirements would cover teachers adding a computer science endorsement, an added teaching qualification, to a valid license. The Public Education Department would consult computer science education experts when developing the requirements. Teachers could qualify with 15 college credits in computer science or by passing the department-approved computer science teacher licensing exam. Other routes would accept at least two years of related industry work, verified through references, or a related industry certification, verified through official documents. Teachers could also use 60 hours of professional development completed within the three years immediately before applying. The training provider would need to document the hours. The teaching experience route would require at least three years covering coding, fixing program errors, computer modeling, and application skills. A school district administrator, charter school administrator, or principal would need to verify that experience in a signed letter.

The Public Education Department would receive $250,000 from the state general fund for quantum computing training. The training would focus on quantum computing, a specialized area of computing. The money would support teachers who want to earn or maintain a computer science endorsement. The money would be available for spending in fiscal years 2027 and 2028. Any money left at the end of fiscal year 2028 would return to the state general fund.