§1986.  Teacher certification

As part of the certification process pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 17:7(6), on or after July 1, 1993, teachers seeking certification in the education of blind and visually impaired students shall be required to demonstrate competence in reading and writing braille as verified by a college of education.  Such competencies shall be consistent with standards adopted by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

Acts 1992, No. 923, §1.