Md. Code, Health - General § 13–703

(a) The Department may:

(1) Adopt regulations for the administration of the Program;

(2) Collect fees necessary for the administration of the Program;

(3) Issue and renew a certificate to a person meeting the requirements of this subtitle; and

(4) Approve educational training programs, including programs conducted by other State agencies or private entities.

(b) A certificate issued by the Department shall be valid for up to 1 year.