The Council shall formulate and promulgate a program of instruction for each category of communications officers it deems necessary. The program will comprise fundamental communications skill and knowledge, and shall be designated the basic course. Those not employed with a communications center may be allowed to attend the basic course. All tuition and costs associated with attendance in the basic course by the preservice attendee shall be paid by said attendee. Individuals employed as a communications officer must attend the basic course within six (6) months of the initial date of employment in order to perform the duties of a communications officer.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 464-16-.01
Sec. 35-8-7, 35-8-23.