Ariz. Admin. Code § 6-5-7451

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section R6-5-7451 - Religion, Culture, and Ethnic Heritage

A. A licensee shall have a written description of:

1. Its religious orientation, if any;

2. Any religious practices observed at a facility;

3. Any restrictions on admission based on religion; and

4. How the licensee provides opportunities for each child to participate in religious activities in accordance with the faith of the child or the child's parent or guardian.

B. A licensee's program and the service plans of children in care shall reflect consideration of and sensitivity to the racial, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds of children in care.

C. A licensee may encourage children to participate in religious, cultural, and ethnic activities but shall not require children to participate unless otherwise provided in the licensee's statement of purpose and program description.

D. If a child asks to change religious affiliation while in care, the licensee shall obtain the written permission of the child's parent or guardian before assisting the child in making the change. A licensee is not required to obtain this permission if a child changes religious affiliation without the licensee's assistance.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R6-5-7451

Adopted effective July 1, 1997; filed with the Secretary of State's Office May 15, 1997 (Supp. 97-2).