Section 20-302.1 - Certification as residential child and youth care practitioner. - Maryland Statutes

§ 20-302.1. Certification as residential child and youth care practitioner.
 

(a)  Required.- To qualify for a certificate as a residential child and youth care practitioner, an applicant shall be an individual who meets the requirements of this section. 

(b)  Moral character.- The applicant shall be of good moral character. 

(c)  Criminal history records check.- The applicant shall have completed a State and national criminal history records check. 

(d)  Age.- The applicant shall be: 

(1) At least 21 years old; or 

(2) At least 18 years old and have earned at least an associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. 

(e)  Education and experience.- The applicant shall have: 

(1) A high school diploma or equivalent and have successfully completed an approved training program; 

(2) At least 2 years experience in the human service field and sponsorship from a certified program administrator; or 

(3) An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. 

(f)  Examination.- The applicant shall pass an examination given by the Board under this subtitle. 
 

[2008, ch. 218.]