Okla. Admin. Code § 310:675-19-3

Current through Vol. 42, No. 7, December 16, 2024
Section 310:675-19-3 - Training course
(a) The following training curricula are approved as training courses and meet the requirements specified in 42 CFR 483.160(a):
(1) Eating Matters: A Training Manual for Feeding Assistants, published by the American Dietetic Association, 2003 edition; and Eating Matters: Feeding Assistants Manual, published by the American Dietetic Association, 2003 edition; or
(2) Assisted Dining: The Role and Skills of Feeding Assistants, published by the American Health Care Association, 2003 edition.
(b) A feeding assistant training course must consist of at least eight (8) hours of training in the required areas of instruction.
(c) A feeding assistant training course instructor must hold a current valid license as:
(1) A registered nurse;
(2) A licensed practical nurse;
(3) A registered dietitian;
(4) A speech-language pathologist or speech therapist; or
(5) An occupational therapist.
(d) Successful completion of a training course is based upon the instructor's assessment using a staff competency checklist that conforms to OAC 310:675-19-8.
(e) The training course must provide a certificate of completion within 30 days of course completion to each individual who successfully completed the course. The certificate shall conform to OAC 310:675-19-8.
(f) The Department will not restrict an individual from repeating a training course. The training course may establish limits on the number of times an individual may repeat the course after unsuccessful attempts.

Okla. Admin. Code § 310:675-19-3

Added at 23 Ok Reg 557, eff 12-22-05 (emergency); Added at 23 Ok Reg 2415, eff 6-25-06