16 NCAC 06C .0378         Circumstances for Seeking Exception from Licensure Requirements

(a)  The SBE shall, upon request, grant one year extensions of time to satisfy licensure requirements upon a showing of "extenuating circumstances" for individuals who:

(1)           Following initial licensure, have not completed the course work required to maintain a license; or

(2)           Have not met other licensure requirements.

(b)  "Extenuating circumstances" shall be defined as the unpredictable illness or disability of the teacher, the death, disability, or illness of a member of the teacher's family, or other unforeseeable emergencies beyond the control of the teacher, provided that the emergency had a direct and immediate impact on the teacher's ability to complete the licensure requirements.

(c)  The process for requesting an extension is outlined in Rule .0379 of this Section.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 115-12; 115C-268.1; 115C-268.5; 115C-270.5; 115C-270.20;

Eff. October 1, 2020.