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Administrative Rule 6A-4.0221

Specialization Requirements for Certification in Journalism (Grades 6-12)--Academic Class.

(1) Plan One. A bachelor's or higher degree with an undergraduate or graduate major in journalism, or

(2) Plan Two. A bachelor's or higher degree with thirty (30) semester hours in journalism or English to include credit in the areas specified below:

(a) Journalistic writing,

(b) Legal aspects of mass media, and

(c) Layout and design.

Specific Authority 1001.02, 1012.55, 1012.56 FS. Law Implemented 1001.02, 1012.54, 1012.55, 1012.56 FS. History–New 7-1-90, Amended 7-17-00.

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