Section 172:8-b Rulemaking. - New Hampshire Statutes

The commissioner shall adopt rules under RSA 541-A relative to the following:
   I. The acceptance, care and treatment of alcohol or drug dependent persons and alcohol or drug abusers who are clients of the program established under this chapter or a certified substance abuse treatment facility.
   II. A fee schedule and collection of fees under RSA 172:14, IV.
   III. Certification of substance abuse treatment facilities including, but not limited to:
      (a) Program content;
      (b) Qualifications of program staff; and
      (c) Type of substance abuse treatment offered.
   IV. Certification and recertification of alcohol and drug abuse counselors including, but not limited to:
      (a) Peer review of applicants.
      (b) Minimum qualifications and competency.
      (c) Education and continuing education.
      (d) Experience required.
      (e) Required knowledge of alcohol and drug abuse counseling.
      (f) Such other matters as the commissioner may deem necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.
   V. Voluntary admissions under RSA 172:13.

Source. 1988, 242:4. 1995, 310:33, eff. Nov. 1, 1995.