Relates to mandatory continuing education for teachers relating to mental health issues and trauma informed care

This bill requires New York teachers and school leaders to complete at least 10 hours of mandatory continuing education every five years focused on mental health and trauma-informed care, as part of their existing 100-hour license renewal requirement. It directs the health and education departments to develop course materials covering topics like identifying mental health concerns, trauma-informed practices, crisis de-escalation, and adverse childhood experiences. The training must include evidence-based programs such as mental health first aid and will be integrated into standard professional development. This directly affects all licensed educators renewing their credentials after 2026, aligning their professional development with mental health support for students.