Ariz. Admin. Code § 9-16-905

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section R9-16-905 - Continuing Education
A. A certified doula shall complete 15 hours of continuing education hours within the three years prior to renewing certification specified in A.R.S. § 36-766.01.
B. Continuing education shall:
1. Directly relate to doula core competencies as specified in R9-16-901(9) including services, skills, and knowledge that:
a. Facilitates access to quality of care delivery and health outcomes for clients receiving services; and
b. Expands health and wellness in diverse communities to reduce health disparities;
2. Have educational objectives that exceed an introductory level of knowledge related to doula core competencies and scope of practices; and
3. Consist of courses related to core competencies, such as:
a. Health and social service systems, including disease prevention to help manage health conditions;
b. Health promotion education;
i. Health literacy and cross-cultural communication;
ii. Referrals and providing follow-up;
iii. Individual support and coaching; and
iv. Outreach methods and strategies;
c. Client and community assessment;
d. Health education for behavior change;
e. Provide direct services;
f. Home visits to provide education, assessment, and social support; and
g. Support, advocacy, and health system navigation for clients.
C. A continuing education course developed, endorsed, or sponsored by the Department according to A.R.S. § 36-766.09(B) is available at www.azdhs.gov.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R9-16-905

New Section made by Exempt Rulemaking at 29 A.A.R. 803, effective 8/1/2023.