WAC 388-829-0085. How many hours of continuing education must DDA community residential staff complete each year?

(1) A direct support professional must complete 12 hours of continuing education: (a) Each calendar year, except in the calendar year they complete one-time basic training; or (b) By their birth date each year if the direct support professional is also a: (i) Registered nurse; (ii) Licensed practical nurse; (iii) Nurse technician; (iv) Advanced registered nurse practitioner; or (v) Home care aide certified. (2) A direct support professional employed during the COVID-19 public health emergency must complete: (a) Training according to WAC 388-829-0086 ; and (b) Continuing education according to WAC 388-829-0087 .