N.H. Admin. Code § Hedc 303.01

Current through Register No. 50, December 12, 2024

Section Hedc 303.01 - Initial License Criteria

(a) In order to receive a 2-year license to operate a private postsecondary career school, prior to soliciting students for enrollment, said school shall:

(1) Be reviewed and have an on-site visit conducted by the office of career school licensing (office) to determine if all standards are met as specified in Hedc 303.03-303.04;

(2) Provide proof of registration with the New Hampshire secretary of state;

(3) Complete and file an "Initial Licensure Application" form, June 25, 2018, at least 90 days prior to advertising or beginning instruction, and includes:

a. The school's purpose and mission or a copy of the bylaws;

b. Administrative responsibilities and authority documented in an organizational chart;

c. A description of credentialing requirements for faculty, if applicable, and a statement assuring that the faculty meets those requirements, including, but not limited to:

1. Age requirements;

2. Years of experience either in the field, teaching, or both; and

3. Hold and maintain current, valid, state permits or licenses required to practice the trade being taught

d. A description of facilities used for educational instruction which, upon inspection, shall be of a size which is determined to be adequate and conducive to learning and contain all equipment, furnishings, and supplies necessary for the instruction of the program(s) or course(s) offered;

e. A facility safety plan; and

f. All applicable inspection reports, to include, at a minimum, a report from the local fire chief or the state fire marshal's office;

(4) Remit a licensure fee as specified in Hedc 304.06; and

(5) Receive an approval letter from the commissioner of education.

(b) In the event of a change to any of the information listed in Hedc 303.01(a)(1)-(3), the school shall provide the following to the office 30 days prior to the change:

(1) An explanation of the change;

(2) Any fee associated with the change as specified in Hedc 304.06; and

(3) Documentation to support the school's notification of change, as outlined in Hedc 303.01.

(c) Any change shall be subject to review or on site visit by the office within 15 business days of receipt of the change documentation as listed in Hedc 303.01(b).

N.H. Admin. Code § Hedc 303.01

#10520, eff 2-12-14 (See Revision Note at chapter heading for Hedc 300)

Amended by Volume XXXVIII Number 45, Filed November 8, 2018, Proposed by #12644, Effective 10/11/2018, Expires 10/11/2028.