12199.1 As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings ascribed:

Designated high-need healthcare career – a healthcare career designated in § 12102.1

Director – the Director of the Department of Health or the Director’s designee.

Emergency medical service educational institution – an educational institution providing emergency medical service education and training in accordance with 29 DCMR § 527.

Educational institution – an emergency medical service educational institution or any other educational institution providing education and training for healthcare workers or prospective healthcare workers.

Nursing assistive personnel training program – a training program offering education and training for persons seeking to be registered or certified to perform patient care tasks pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 3-1209.07.

Program – the High-Need Healthcare Career Scholarships and Supports Program.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 015078 (December 13, 2024).