Section 8. Level 1 Requirements

A. Persons seeking licensure as a level 1 attendance coach pursuant to the provisions of this rule shall meet the following requirements: (1) possess a high school diploma or equivalency; (2) complete and satisfy background check procedures and requirements in accordance with Section 22-10A-5 NMSA 1978; (3) complete department-approved attendance coach professional development; and (4) possess at least two years of prior professional experience in one or more of the following areas: (a) corrections; (b) counseling; (c) criminal justice; (d) education; (e) guidance counseling; (f) juvenile justice; (g) law enforcement; (h) psychology; (i) public administration; (j) social work; (k) sociology; or (l) other closely related fields, as determined by the department. B. In addition to satisfying the requirements of Subsection A of 6.63.17.8 NMAC, a person who seeks a level 1 attendance coach license shall meet one of the following requirements: (1) hold an associate’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes at least 15 semester hours in non-remedial degree coursework; or (2) have completed 48 semester hours of academic credit awarded by a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes at least 15 semester hours in non-remedial coursework. C. Persons holding a level 1 license may apply for a higher level of licensure at any time during the licensure period provided: (1) all requirements for the higher level of licensure are satisfied; and (2) the applicant provides certification from the superintendent or charter school administrator that the attendance coach has satisfactorily completed attendance coach duties on a form developed by the department. D. Individuals holding a teaching license or other instructional support license shall be able to take a position as an attendance coach without seeking level 1 license.