; and (3) shall provide transitional support, including remedial services if necessary, for students enrolled in the program in the year prior to such closure. (d) Application of the requirements The requirements of this section shall apply to both traditional teacher preparation programs and alternative routes to State certification and licensure programs. . 2009. General provisions Section 208(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1022g(a) ) is amended by striking sections 205 and 206 and inserting section 205 . 2010. Elevation of the education profession study Part A of title II of the Higher Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 1022 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 208 the following: 209. Elevation of the education profession study (a) Purpose The purpose of the elevation of the profession feasibility study is to examine State policies related to teacher and school leader education and certification, produce a comprehensive set of expectations that sets a high bar for entry into the profession and ensures that all entering teachers and school leaders are profession-ready, and develop recommendations to Congress on best practices with respect to elevating the education profession that are evidence-based, reliable, and verified by the field. (b) Establishment (1) In general The Secretary of Education shall establish an Advisory Committee to carry out the elevation of the education profession study described in subsection (c) and make recommendations to Congress on the findings. (2) Membership of the Advisory Committee The Advisory Committee shall include representatives or advocates from the following categories: (A) Teacher unions. (B) School leader organizations. (C) State and local officials. (D) State educational agencies and local educational agencies. (E) Teacher and school leader advocacy organizations. (F) School administrator organizations. (G) Institutions of higher education, including colleges of teacher education. (H) Civil rights organizations. (I) Organizations