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Bill would allow college credit for workplace and CTSO learning; universities raise accreditation concerns
Summary
Senate Bill 786 would create a framework for awarding college credit based on competency from out-of-school learning (CTSO programs like FFA, DECA, speech and debate); industry and CTE advocates supported the change while public university representatives warned the bill could conflict with accreditation and standard assessment practices.
Senate Bill 786 drew divided testimony on March 10 as the Senate Education Committee heard arguments for awarding college credit for “exponential” or experiential learning earned through career and technical student organizations (CTSOs) and similar programs.
Representative Bobby Levy and staff for Senator Nash described the bill as recognizing the value of workplace learning and CTSO experiences — including FFA, Future Natural Resource Leaders, FBLA and speech and debate — and establishing a statewide framework for awarding college credit based on…
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