1. (1) To become a state trainer, an individual must complete an application form provided by the department, meet the criteria provided in this rule, and obtain department approval. The department may approve an application in its sole discretion.
2. (2) Applicants must attend a department training program, complete an exam, and achieve a minimum exam score of 90 percent to be certified as a state trainer.

3. (3) To remain certified, a state trainer must:

   1. (a) conduct at least two RASS training sessions in any 12-month period;
   2. (b) attend department training seminars when required; and
   3. (c) pass an annual competency exam with at least a 90 percent score.
4. (4) Failure to comply with the requirements of this rule or with other training requirements provided in law, may result in suspension or revocation of a trainer’s certification.
5. (5) The department may also suspend or revoke a state trainer’s certification for issues due to crimes or unprofessional conduct.
6. (6) A state trainer whose certification has been revoked may reapply for certification under this rule after 180 days from the date of revocation.

Authorizing statute(s): 16-4-1009, MCA

Implementing statute(s): 16-4-1006, MCA

History: NEW, 2015 MAR p. 1205, Eff. 8/14/15; AMD, 2026 MAR, Notice No. 2025-292, Eff. 3/7/26.