What happens after the final review of an application?

The process following the final review of an application typically involves the preparation of a recommendation regarding the qualifications of the applicant. This recommendation is crucial as it evaluates whether the applicant meets the necessary standards and requirements set forth by the regulating body. The recommendation can significantly influence the final decision on whether the applicant will be approved or denied.

Once the division staff assesses the application thoroughly, they compile their findings into a formal recommendation. This recommendation is then submitted to the appropriate decision-making authority, which will consider it along with the full application before issuing a final decision. The approach ensures that all aspects of the application have been considered fairly and thoroughly, emphasizing the importance of due process within the certification framework.

The option regarding sending a certificate would come only after a positive review, while contacting the applicant for more documents may occur earlier in the process if additional information was deemed necessary. A denial outright would reflect a more immediate rejection and not fit within the normal context of a final review stage, which aims to provide a comprehensive recommendation.