Section 9. Level 2 Requirements

A. Persons seeking a level 2 attendance coach license pursuant to the provisions of this rule shall meet the following requirements: (1) hold a bachelor’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university that includes at least 30 semester hours in non-remedial degree coursework; (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 three 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. Individuals holding a teaching license or other instructional support license shall be able to take a position as an attendance coach without seeking level 2 license.