Section 388-829-0085 - How many hours of continuing education must DDA community residential staff complete each year?(1) A direct support professional must complete 12 hours of continuing education: (a) Each calendar year, except in the calendar year they complete one-time basic training; or(b) By their birth date each year if the direct support professional is also a:(ii) Licensed practical nurse;(iv) Advanced registered nurse practitioner; or(v) Home care aide certified.(2) A direct support professional employed during the COVID-19 public health emergency must complete:(a) Training according to WAC 388-829-0086; and(b) Continuing education according to WAC 388-829-0087.Wash. Admin. Code § 388-829-0085
Adopted by WSR 17-14-090, Filed 6/30/2017, effective 8/1/2017Amended by WSR 22-14-062, Filed 6/29/2022, effective 7/30/2022