RS 40:1730.38: Duration of certificates; renewal; continuing education requirements; funding

A certificate of registration issued under R.S. 40:1730.35(B) is valid for one year and expires on the last day of the month of issuance. Renewal of all registrations must be based upon a determination by the council of the applicant's participation in council-approved continuing education programs. The council must promulgate regulations setting forth the continuing education requirements for building code enforcement officers. A person failing to make timely renewal of his certificate is not registered unless qualified in the manner provided for new registrants under R.S. 40:1730.35(B) and may not practice until registered in accordance with this Part.