1. A. In order to obtain a certificate as a certified euthanasia instructor the applicant shall submit the following documentation and a completed application on a form provided by the board, which may be available online, accompanied by the required fees:

   1. (1) proof of age indicating the applicant is at least 21 years of age such as a copy of a driver’s license or a copy of a state issued identification card (do not submit a copy of a birth certificate);
   2. (2) two, two inch by two inch original photographs taken within the past six months;
   3. (3) a notarized authorization for release of information form;
   4. (4) state criminal history background check as specified in 16.24.2.17 NMAC;
   5. (5) verification that the applicant holds a high school diploma or its equivalent;
   6. (6) verification that the applicant holds a certificate of completion of a board approved euthanasia technician training course, completed within one year preceding the date the application for certification is submitted;
   7. (7) verification of passing a board approved examination for a board approved euthanasia technician training course with a grade of at least ninety percent;
   8. (8) verification of at least one year of practical experience in the euthanasia of shelter animals preceding the date of application;
   9. (9) any other information or verifications the board may request.
2. B. The board may exempt a euthanasia instructor from taking a required board approved euthanasia technician training course and test based upon review of the applicant’s credentials and practical experience in shelter euthanasia. The applicant shall be required to obtain a euthanasia instructor certificate and is subject to the required certified instructor duties.

[16.24.2.14 NMAC - N, 7/1/18]