If an applicant does not meet the requirement, what action will the division staff take?

When an applicant does not meet the required criteria for certification, the division staff will take the action of forwarding the application with deficiencies noted. This means that instead of outright rejecting the application or sanctioning the applicant, the division provides an opportunity for the applicant to understand exactly what aspects of their application were lacking. This feedback is vital for allowing the applicant to make necessary corrections or improvements to meet the standards set forth for certification.

Automatically approving the application would undermine the purpose of the review process, which is to ensure that all applicants meet the established qualifications. Sanctioning the applicant without providing a chance for rectification or clarification would also not align with best practices in regulatory processes. Notifying other regulatory bodies typically occurs in different contexts, such as for further investigations or issues beyond initial application deficiencies. Through forwarding the application with noted deficiencies, the division supports transparency and accountability, which ultimately contributes to maintaining standards within the profession.