105 CMR 170.976
Grounds for Denial, Suspension, or Revocation of Approval of Training Programs by
Nonaccredited Providers
The following reasons constitute grounds for denial, suspension, or revocation of program
approval:
(A) Failure, at any time, to allow the Department to inspect, observe, or evaluate a training
program, including the training program’s personnel, facilities, classes, and practical skills
sessions associated with such program;
(B) Use of training or administrative personnel not competent for the type of training offered;
(C) Failure to meet any of the requirements for approval and conduct of training programs as
set forth in 105 CMR 170.960 through 170.970 and in administrative requirements of the
Department;
(D) Conviction of a criminal offense related to the provision of training that requires
Department approval;
(E) Failure to observe recognized professional standards in the course content and operation of
the training program;
(F) Any attempt to obtain or maintain training program approval by fraud, misrepresentation
or by omitting material facts or submitting false information to the Department, either orally or
in writing;
(G) Failure to keep accurate and adequate records, in accordance with 105 CMR 170.964(F);
(H) Any actions that endanger the public health and safety;
(I) Commission of gross misconduct including, but not limited to, committing an act of
violence, a violation of professional boundaries with a student, patient or candidate, or a drug-
related offense;
(J) Failure to submit an application in accordance with the requirements of 105 CMR 170.000
or the Department's application procedures;
(K) Failure to offer training that is consistent with the approved application; or
(L) Engaging in, or aiding, abetting, causing or permitting any act prohibited by
M.G.L. c. 111C, 105 CMR 170.000 or administrative requirements of the Department.