Community health worker certification of reciprocity

An application for community health worker certification by reciprocity must be considered by the department if the applicant has filed an application on forms provided by the department and the following requirements are met: 1. The applicant holds a current valid license or certification in good standing to practice as a community health worker or community health representative in another state or jurisdiction. Official written verification of licensure or certification status must be received by the department from the other state or jurisdiction; 2. The licensure or certification requirements of the other state or jurisdiction are substantially similar as in North Dakota at the time the application for reciprocal certification is submitted; and 3. The applicant has submitted the required initial certification fee.