1. A. An individual rendering services under this chapter shall complete an accredited training and certification program for certified violence prevention professionals, approved by the Department.

2. B. An accredited training and certification program for certified violence prevention professionals shall:

   1. (1) Consist of at least 35 hours of initial training, addressing the following topics:

      1. (a) The profound effects of trauma and violence and the basics of trauma-informed care;
      2. (b) Community violence prevention strategies, including conflict mediation and retaliation prevention related to community violence;
      3. (c) Case management and advocacy practices; and
      4. (d) Patient privacy and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996; and
   2. (2) Require at least 6 hours of continuing education every 2 years.

Authority: Health-General Article, §§2-104(b), 15-103, and 15-105, Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: November 13, 2023 (50:22 Md. R. 974)