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Who is responsible for appointing the director of the department?
Who is responsible for appointing the director of the department?
What is a requirement for a person to investigate licensees within the department?
What is a requirement for a person to investigate licensees within the department?
What must accompany an application for licensure or registration?
What must accompany an application for licensure or registration?
What is the nature of the licenses or registrations issued under this act?
What is the nature of the licenses or registrations issued under this act?
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The director of the department serves at whose pleasure?
The director of the department serves at whose pleasure?
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Which articles establish the requirements for licensure that the department must adhere to?
Which articles establish the requirements for licensure that the department must adhere to?
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What is the consequence of failing to meet the licensure or registration requirements?
What is the consequence of failing to meet the licensure or registration requirements?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the process for issuing a license or registration?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the process for issuing a license or registration?
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What must a person demonstrate to receive a license or registration according to the department?
What must a person demonstrate to receive a license or registration according to the department?
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What is required before a license or registration can be issued?
What is required before a license or registration can be issued?
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What is the definition of 'occupation' in this context?
What is the definition of 'occupation' in this context?
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What does 'public access' refer to?
What does 'public access' refer to?
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When can the department impose a limitation on a license or registration?
When can the department impose a limitation on a license or registration?
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What happens if the notified board does not respond within 60 days of receiving a notification?
What happens if the notified board does not respond within 60 days of receiving a notification?
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Which of the following best describes 'probation' in this context?
Which of the following best describes 'probation' in this context?
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Who qualifies as a 'person' under this act?
Who qualifies as a 'person' under this act?
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What can a person do if they receive a license or registration with a limitation?
What can a person do if they receive a license or registration with a limitation?
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What does 'physical dominion' mean?
What does 'physical dominion' mean?
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Which article prescribes the procedure for obtaining a review by the director and a board?
Which article prescribes the procedure for obtaining a review by the director and a board?
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What factor is considered inadequate for determining a person's competence for an occupation?
What factor is considered inadequate for determining a person's competence for an occupation?
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Which of the following is NOT defined in this content?
Which of the following is NOT defined in this content?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the issuance of a license or registration?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the issuance of a license or registration?
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What is a requirement for licensees or registrants in relation to money received?
What is a requirement for licensees or registrants in relation to money received?
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What role does the department play in relation to the licensees or registrants?
What role does the department play in relation to the licensees or registrants?
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What must an individual do before being scheduled for an examination?
What must an individual do before being scheduled for an examination?
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What happens if an individual fails to appear for their scheduled examination?
What happens if an individual fails to appear for their scheduled examination?
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If a candidate fails all or part of an examination, what must they do to be reexamined?
If a candidate fails all or part of an examination, what must they do to be reexamined?
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What information must the department publish in its application instructions?
What information must the department publish in its application instructions?
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What must a person pay before a license or registration can be issued?
What must a person pay before a license or registration can be issued?
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How are license and registration fees typically structured?
How are license and registration fees typically structured?
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If licenses are established for biennial renewal, how is the fee calculated?
If licenses are established for biennial renewal, how is the fee calculated?
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What is the effect of a void application in relation to fees?
What is the effect of a void application in relation to fees?
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What is the role of the department in relation to contracting as described in section 210?
What is the role of the department in relation to contracting as described in section 210?
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According to section 211, what must the department provide to board members?
According to section 211, what must the department provide to board members?
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What is required in the annual report prepared by the department as stated in section 212?
What is required in the annual report prepared by the department as stated in section 212?
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Which of the following describes the conditions under which a temporary license can be granted according to section 213?
Which of the following describes the conditions under which a temporary license can be granted according to section 213?
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What happens to a temporary license if the next scheduled examination results become available according to section 213?
What happens to a temporary license if the next scheduled examination results become available according to section 213?
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What limitation can exist with respect to a temporary license as stated in section 213?
What limitation can exist with respect to a temporary license as stated in section 213?
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What must occur for a temporary license to remain valid according to section 213?
What must occur for a temporary license to remain valid according to section 213?
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When is a temporary license considered nonrenewable according to section 213?
When is a temporary license considered nonrenewable according to section 213?
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What is the initial action taken by the department upon receiving a complaint?
What is the initial action taken by the department upon receiving a complaint?
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How many days does the department have to acknowledge receipt of a complaint?
How many days does the department have to acknowledge receipt of a complaint?
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Who designates the employees to act as the person making the complaint if it is made by the department?
Who designates the employees to act as the person making the complaint if it is made by the department?
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What must be created by the department when a complaint is made?
What must be created by the department when a complaint is made?
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Upon receiving a complaint, which of the following actions shall NOT be taken by the department?
Upon receiving a complaint, which of the following actions shall NOT be taken by the department?
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What is the purpose of the written acknowledgment sent by the department?
What is the purpose of the written acknowledgment sent by the department?
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If a complaint is made by the department, who will assist in the investigation?
If a complaint is made by the department, who will assist in the investigation?
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Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the procedural requirements for complaints?
Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the procedural requirements for complaints?
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Study Notes
Licensing and Registration Procedures
- License/Registration Issuance: A license or registration may be issued if the requirements don't fairly assess knowledge/skills or the exam isn't an adequate competence measure.
- Review Process: Article 5 details the process for director and board review. Applicant must pay fees as prescribed in Article 4.
- Limitations: Licenses/registrations can be issued with limitations. The department notifies the relevant board, which has 60 days to approve or disapprove. If no action is taken, the department can impose the limitation.
- Review of Limitations: Applicants with limited licenses/registrations can seek review under section 519.
Requirements and Conditions
- Escrow Accounts: Licensees/registrants may be required to deposit money in escrow accounts, disbursed under specific conditions.
- Reporting Requirements: Licensees/registrants might be required to file reports with the department at intervals.
- Definitions: "Occupation" is a regulated field of endeavor. "Person" includes various legal entities (individuals, sole proprietorships, etc.) and governmental entities. "Physical dominion" means control and possession. "Physician" is defined by the public health code. "Probation" is a sanction allowing a board to evaluate a licensee's fitness. "Public access" pertains to freedom of information act rights. "Registrant" is a person registered under this act. "Registration" is a document enabling use of a designated title.
- Rules: "Rule" refers to rules promulgated under the act and pursuant to the administrative procedures act. "State" refers to the District of Columbia or US commonwealth, state or territory.
Department Structure and Operations
- Department Structure: The department has a director appointed by the governor, subject to Senate approval.
- Investigator Qualifications: Only persons meeting licensure qualifications for the related occupation can investigate licensees or those with complaints lodged against them.
- Applications: Applications must be submitted on department forms with appropriate fees.
- Expiration: Licenses/registrations have expiration dates; no permanent licenses will be issued; dates are determined by rules set by the department.
Complaint Procedure and Investigation
- Complaint Handling: Upon receiving a complaint, the department will immediately investigate and maintain a correspondence file.
- Acknowledgment: A written acknowledgment of the complaint will be sent to the complainant within 15 days.
- Departmental Complaints: If a complaint is made by the department, the director designates employees to act as the complainant.
Fees and Examinations
- Fees for Issuance: A person must pay appropriate fees before receiving a license or registration.
- Fee Structure: Fees are determined per year; biennial/triennial renewals result in doubling or tripling per-year fees, respectively.
- Examination Fees: Examination fees are payable before the examination and are forfeited if the examinee fails to attend. Applicants who fail part or all of the examination may retake parts/the entire examination after payment.
- Application Deadlines: Department publishes application instructions including deadlines for applicants to be scheduled for required examinations.
Other Procedures
- Contracting: The department can contract with external parties for tasks relating to implementation and fulfillment of responsibilities.
- Board Orientation: A comprehensive orientation program is provided for each board member.
- Annual Report: An annual report describing department activities is compiled and filed with the governor and legislature.
- Temporary Licenses/Certificates: Temporary non-renewable licenses/registration are granted to applicants who have not had previous denials, revocations, or suspensions; validity ends with results of exams, evaluations, or license issue, or the application/applicant fails to meet requirements. Temporary licenses can be limited.
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This quiz covers the essential aspects of licensing and registration procedures as outlined in relevant articles. Participants will learn about license issuance, review processes, and requirements including escrow accounts. Test your knowledge on the limitations and reporting obligations related to licenses.
