In order to be qualified as an individual provider, an applicant must:

(1) Be eighteen years of age or older;

(2) Not have a disqualifying crime or negative action under chapter 388-113 WAC based on a completed background check;

(3) Not be disqualified based on a character, competence, and suitability determination;

(4) Complete training and certification requirements as required by WAC 388-71-0520 and WAC 388-71-0523;

(5) If required, have a home care aide certification or other qualifying credential by the DOH that is both active and in good standing;

(6) Be an employee of the consumer directed employer to provide personal care services;

(7) Pass the federal exclusion list screening; and

(8) Not have credible allegations of fraud which are pending investigation, unless they fit within the exceptions listed in 42 C.F.R. 455.23.