D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
Title 22. HEALTH |
SubTilte 22-A. MENTAL HEALTH |
Chapter 22-A73. DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH PEER SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION |
Section 22-A7310. AWARDING OF PEER SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION
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7310.1The OCFA shall verify that applicants have:
(a) Successfully completed the required classroom work;
(b) Successfully completed a field practicum;
(c) Received a passing score on the certification examination; and
(d) Signed the Peer Specialist Code of Ethics.
7310.2After verifying that an applicant has met the requirements of this chapter for certification as a mental health peer specialist, the OCFA shall issue certificates, signed by the Director of the Department to each Certified Peer Specialist as evidence of completion of the Certification Program.
7310.3Those applicants who have completed the specialty designation shall receive a certificate with that designation (e.g., Certified Peer Specialist – Family).
7310.4Certification as a Certified Peer Specialist shall be valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance.