SB 6555 - DIGEST

(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB)

Eliminates credentialing barriers for sex offender treatment providers.

Directs the department to issue an affiliate certificate to any applicant who meets the following requirements: (1) Successful completion of an educational program approved by the secretary or successful completion of alternate training which meets the criteria of the secretary;

(2) Successful completion of an examination administered or approved by the secretary;

(3) Not having engaged in unprofessional conduct or being unable to practice with reasonable skill and safety as a result of a physical or mental impairment; and

(4) Other requirements as may be established by the secretary that impact the competence of the sex offender treatment provider.