(1) In the event that an individual fails to meet the qualifications of Fl. Admin. Code R. 64C-9.006, a Sexual Abuse Treatment Program may request a waiver of that requirement.
    (2) All requests for waiver shall be submitted in writing to the Division of Children’s Medical Services, and shall specify the requirement for which the waiver is being requested. Additionally, the Sexual Abuse Treatment Program may include any training, education, or experience the individual possesses which would be pertinent to the position being sought.
    (3) Sexual Abuse Treatment Program services shall not be provided by an individual requiring a waiver until such waiver is granted by the Division Director for Children’s Medical Services or their designee.
    (4) The decision to grant or deny a specific request for waiver of a requirement will be based upon the documented rationale for the request, including an assurance and explanantion in the request that the granting of such a waiver will not adversely affect the quality of care rendered by the provider.
    (5) The Division of Children’s Medical Service shall notify the Sexual Abuse Treatment Program in writing that the request for waiver of a specific requirement has been granted or denied. If a request for a waiver is denied, the denial letter shall include a notice of the right to request an administrative hearing under Florida Statutes § 120.57
Rulemaking Authority 39.3031 FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 39.303. History-New 7-30-18.