1. (a) Issuance. ODMHSAS will issue an appropriate certification to all applicants who successfully complete the requirements for certification as specified in this Chapter.

2. (b) Renewal. Unless revoked, certification issued pursuant to this Chapter must be renewed following twelve (12) months of continuous certification and annually thereafter. The date(s) of the annual renewal deadline(s) will be established by ODMHSAS and posted online on the agency's website. Renewal is accomplished by submitting:

   1. (1) The renewal application form completed in full according to its instructions;
3. (2) Annual report of continuing education units with accompanying documentation;
4. (3) Proof of licensure as a registered nurse, if applicable; and
5. (4) The renewal fee.
6. (c) Suspension and Reinstatement. Certifications not renewed by the renewal deadline will be suspended. A suspended certification may be renewed by submitting required fees and documentation of continuing education within six (6) months of the date of suspension. Suspended certifications not renewed within this six (6) month timeframe will be terminated. The individual must then submit a new application for certification and successfully complete the requirements for initial certification as specified in this Chapter, with the exception of required training, which may be waived if approval from the Department is obtained by the individual and the new application is received within twelve (12) months of the suspension date.

Added at 20 Ok Reg 678, eff 2-27-03 (emergency)

Added at 21 Ok Reg 1088, eff 7-1-04

Amended at 24 Ok Reg 2618, eff 7-12-07

Amended at 27 Ok Reg 2238, eff 7-11-10

Amended at 30 Ok Reg 1420, eff 7-1-13

Amended at 38 Ok Reg 1373, eff 9-15-21

Amended at 41 Ok Reg, Number 22, effective 9-1-24

Amended at 42 Ok Reg, Number 20, effective 9-1-25