1. (1) This rule is authorized by:

   1. (a) Utah Constitution Article X, Section 3, which vests general control and supervision over public education in the Board;
   2. (b) Subsection 53E-3-501(1)(a), which allows the Board to make rules regarding the qualifications of personnel providing direct student services and the certification of educators; and
   3. (c) Subsection 53E-3-401(4), which allows the Board to make rules to execute the Board's duties and responsibilities under the Utah Constitution and state law.
2. (2) The purpose of this rule is to establish standards for awarding USBE credit for professional learning.

KEY: teacher certification, professional competency

Date of Last Change: November 8, 2021

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: Art X Sec 3; 53E-3-501(1)(a); 53E-3-401(4)