1. (a) In order for a curriculum to be considered evidence-based and approved for use by the department, as required by RSA 265-A:39, II, it shall meet one of the following requirements:

   1. (1) It shall have been published in a peer-reviewed journal and have been found to have positive effects; or

   2. (2) The IDCMP or applicant shall provide documentation of the curriculum’s effectiveness based on the following:

      1. a. The curriculum is based on a theoretical perspective that has validated research; or
      2. b. The curriculum is supported by a documented body of knowledge generated from similar or related curricula that indicate effectiveness.

2. (b) An IDEP shall conduct a group orientation in the first session of the program to inform the clients of the following:

   1. (1) The rules of the program, including attendance requirements and the consequences of tardiness and unexcused absences;
   2. (2) Expectations of both the provider and the client;
   3. (3) The requirements and procedures for completion of the IDEP and license reinstatement;
   4. (4) The rules contained in He-A 500 that require the client’s compliance; and
   5. (5) What failure to complete the program means.
3. (c) IDEPs shall provide clients with written copies of the information in (b) above, including obtaining clients’ written acknowledgment that such information was provided and that they agree to comply with the program’s rules.

4. (d) An IDEP and weekend IDEP shall offer sessions featuring group discussions regarding the following in addition to the information covered by the evidence-based education, if the education does not already contain it:

   1. (1) Physiological and medical effects of toxic substances on the body;
   2. (2) Psychosocial effects of substance misuse, focusing on consumption;
   3. (3) Identification of substance misuse and impaired driving behaviors and patterns as related to alcohol and other drug misuse;
   4. (4) The impact of psychological defense mechanisms;
   5. (5) The impact of substance misuse on the family;
   6. (6) Social and personal attitudes toward substance misuse;
   7. (7) The effects of substance misuse on employment; and
   8. (8) Available treatment options.
5. (e) During group sessions, instructors shall emphasize group process and self-awareness.
6. (f) During group sessions, instructors shall facilitate group discussions and interactions regarding each client’s description of his or her DWI incident.

Source. #10240, eff 1-1-13; ss by #13846, eff 1-6-24, EXPIRES: 1-6-34