(1) If an individual previously worked as a long-term care worker, but did not complete the training or certification requirements under RCW 18.88B.041, 74.39A.074, 74.39A.076, and this chapter, an adult family home, enhanced services facility, or assisted living facility must not employ the individual to work as a long-term care worker until the individual has completed the required training or certification unless the date of hire has been reset as described under subsection (2) of this section.

(2) The original date of hire may be reset according to WAC 388-112A-0115. A long-term care worker who is not currently certified or eligible to reactivate an expired credential shall receive a new date of hire when beginning work with either a new employer or returning to a former employer after prior employment has ended.

(3) Individuals who meet the criteria in subsection (2) of this section are allowed a new 120 days to complete the orientation, safety, and 70-hour home care aide basic trainings and a new 200 days to become certified as a home care aide, if required by WAC 246-980-020.

(4) Individuals who meet the criteria in subsection (2) of this section must submit an application and fee to the department of health.