Types Of Certificates Issued

The Department issues certificates in effect for a period no longer than three (3) years. The types of certificates issued are as follows: (3-17-22) 01. Initial Certificate. When the Department determines application requirements have been met, an initial certificate is issued for a period of up to six (6) months from the initiation of services. The Department wil l survey the agency prior to the certificate expiration date to ensure substantial compliance with these rules. When th e agency is determined to be in substantial compliance, a one (1) year certificate will be granted. (3-17-22) 02. One-Year Certificate. A one (1) year certificate is issued by the Department when it determine s the agency is in substantial compliance with these rules, following an initial or provisional certificate, or when ther e may be areas of deficient practice that would impact the agency's ability to provide adequate care. An agency i s prohibited from receiving consecutive one (1) year certificates. (3-17-22) 03. Three-Year Certificate. A three (3) year certificate is issued by the Department when it determines the agency requesting certification is in substantial compliance with these rules. (3-17-22) 04. Provisional Certificate. When an agency is found to be out of substantial compliance with thes e rules but does not have deficiencies that jeopardize the health or safety of participants, a provisional certificate ma y be issued by the Department for up to a six (6) month period. (3-17-22) a. A provisional certificate is issued contingent upon the correction of deficiencies under a pla n developed by the agency and approved by the Department. (3-17-22) b. Before the end of the provisional certification period, the Department will determine whether area s of concern have been corrected and whether the agency is in substantial compliance with these rules. (3-17-22) c. If the Department determines the agency is in compliance, a one (1) year certificate will be issued . If the agency is determined to be out of compliance, the certificate will be revoked. (3-17-22)