1. A. The State Board of Education shall issue a two-year provisional certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities to any individual who has:

   1. 1. Obtained a standard certificate in the area of mild-moderate disabilities;
   2. 2. Been recommended for a certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities by a school district board of education; and
   3. 3. Submitted an application and payment of the required certification fee.

2. B. An individual who completes the requirements of subsection A of this section may be eligible to receive a standard certificate in the area of severe-profound disabilities upon completion of:

   1. 1. A micro-credentialing program in the area of severe-profound disabilities approved by the State Board of Education. The micro-credentialing program shall include competencies described in Section 6-187 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes; or
   2. 2. The subject area competency examination required by Section 6-187 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes.

Laws 2020, SB 1436, c. 144, § 4, emerg. eff. July 1, 2020.