2802.1 A certificate of approval is valid for up to three (3) years after the date of issuance. The expiration date shall be clearly indicated on the certificate.

2802.2 In its discretion, OSSE may grant a certificate of approval for a period shorter than three (3) years. In such a circumstance, the nonpublic special education school or program shall be informed in writing of the reasons for the decision.

2802.3 OSSE may issue a provisional certificate of approval that shall continue in effect pending OSSE's review of an application for renewal that is timely submitted to OSSE in conformance with this chapter, unless OSSE provides written notification of other action affecting the status of the certificate of approval.

2802.4 A certificate of approval shall be considered void if:

(a) The nonpublic special education school or program ceases operating educational programs or files for bankruptcy or dissolution;

(b) The certificate of approval expires and an application for renewal has not been completed and submitted within the applicable timelines for a renewed certificate of approval; or

(c) The certificate of approval is revoked by OSSE due to noncompliance with the standards set forth in this chapter.

Source: Final Rulemaking published at 57 DCR 9444, 9446 (October 8, 2010).