(1) Requirements for issuance of accreditation certificate. The department shall issue an accreditation certificate to any applicant who meets the requirements of WAC 458-10-020 and who satisfies one of the following:

(a) Successfully passes the accreditation examination;

(b) Has received a waiver of the examination from the department under WAC 458-10-030(4); or

(c) Is exempt from the examination requirement under WAC 458-10-030(6).

(2) Certificate duration. An accreditation certificate is valid for two years from the date issued.