SB 26-153

Senate Bill 26-153, which has been signed into law in Colorado, requires school counselors to have a master's degree or higher with at least 48 graduate credit hours specifically in school counseling from an accredited institution. This bill affects individuals seeking to become licensed school counselors in Colorado schools. Since the bill is signed, it means that new applicants for school counselor positions must now meet these updated educational requirements starting immediately.

Official Summary

To qualify for an initial special services license as a school counselor, an applicant must hold a master's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education. The degree must be in school counseling and require completion of at least 48 graduate semester credit hours.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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