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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".04" citation="COMAR 13A.14.08.04" title_num="13A" subtitle_num="14" chapter_num="08" heading="Application for Approval.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Initial Application. An organization or individual that is not currently approved to provide training to child care providers in Maryland shall:</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>File with the Office a written application, on a form provided by the Office, and all required information, including:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>A completed workshop proposal form, provided by the Office, for each workshop to be offered;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>A detailed plan of instruction, which includes:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Workshop goals and objectives;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>A course syllabus or training outline that includes time frames for topics covered;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>Information about how workshop content applies, or can apply, to all children and families, including those with special needs or limited English proficiency skills;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iv)">
          <text>A statement of requirements for successful completion;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(v)">
          <text>A statement of the method or tool used for assessment; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(vi)">
          <text>A bibliography;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Written materials to be used during instruction;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>A sample certificate of completion;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(e)">
        <text>The evaluation form to be used;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(f)">
        <text>Documentation that each trainer meets the requirements of Regulation .05 of this chapter;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(g)">
        <text>A business plan stating:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Registration practices and procedures; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Policies and procedures regarding course cancellation, refunds, and attendee notification; and</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(h)">
        <text>For an applicant organization, if required by the Office, a copy of the organization's certification by the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation;</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Attend an orientation session offered by the Office to become acquainted with this chapter before submitting an initial application;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Submit documentation of completion within 1 year by the individual, including each individual for whom an organization seeks trainer approval, of at least 6 clock hours of approved training in the training of adults;</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>Agree to abide by the ethical standards for approved trainers and training organizations set by the Office; and</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(5)">
      <text>Furnish three letters of reference, not from relatives, that attest to the capabilities of the applicant as a professional trainer.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Renewal of Approval. An organization or individual wishing to renew the approval shall file a complete written application and all required forms and information with the Office at least 30 calendar days before the current approval expires.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Response of the Office.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Upon receiving the completed application and all required documentation for a first application or a renewal application, the Office shall determine compliance with the requirements of this chapter by:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Evaluating the application;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Reviewing the required documentation; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Reviewing any changes related to the applicant which might affect the status of the approval.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Within 60 calendar days of the applicant's completion of the procedures in §A of this regulation, the Office shall:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Issue an approval to offer training to child care providers in accordance with the provisions of this chapter if:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>The application is complete;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>All required documentation has been received; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>The Office is satisfied that the applicant meets the requirements of this chapter;</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Deny the initial approval or renewal approval if:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>The individual or organization fails to meet the requirements of this chapter;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>The Office's evaluation of the application form reveals that the applicant reported false information;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>The applicant has a documented history of serious or repeated violations of the regulations of Maryland or any other state concerning the care of children or adults that demonstrates a disregard for the health or safety of children;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iv)">
          <text>The applicant has had an approval denied or withdrawn before the date on the application being considered unless the Office is satisfied that the condition that was the basis for the denial or withdrawal has been corrected; or</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(v)">
          <text>Based on an evaluation of the character references received or other pertinent information, the Office finds evidence that raises reasonable doubt that the applicant can provide acceptable child care training.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>If the Office denies an application pursuant to §C(2)(b) of this regulation, the Office shall notify the applicant in writing of the denial stating:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>The reason for denial;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>The specific regulation with which the applicant has failed to comply that is the basis for the denial;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>That the applicant may appeal the denial; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>The procedure to be used if the applicant wishes to appeal the denial.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>