641.172 - Qualifications of applicant for certification as autism behavior interventionist; Board to evaluate application and issue statement of determination; contents of statement. [Effective Januar - Nevada Statutes

641.172  Qualifications of applicant for certification as autism behavior interventionist; Board to evaluate application and issue statement of determination; contents of statement. [Effective January 1, 2011.]

      1.  Each application for certification as an autism behavior interventionist must be accompanied by evidence satisfactory to the Board that the applicant:

      (a) Is at least 18 years of age.

      (b) Is of good moral character as determined by the Board.

      (c) Is a citizen of the United States, or is lawfully entitled to remain and work in the United States.

      (d) Has completed satisfactorily a written examination in Nevada law and ethical practice as administered by the Board.

      2.  Within 120 days after receiving an application and the accompanying evidence from an applicant, the Board shall:

      (a) Evaluate the application and accompanying evidence and determine whether the applicant is qualified pursuant to this section for certification as an autism behavior interventionist; and

      (b) Issue a written statement to the applicant of its determination.

      3.  If the Board determines that the qualifications of the applicant are insufficient for certification, the written statement issued to the applicant pursuant to subsection 2 must include a detailed explanation of the reasons for that determination.

      (Added to NRS by 2009, 1480, effective January 1, 2011)