The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 144A.20, subdivision 4, to modify the qualifications and ongoing training requirements for assisted living directors. Key changes include reducing the application timeframe for licensure from six months to 30 days and clarifying that individuals must be qualified through training or experience. The bill also introduces new criteria for qualification, allowing individuals who are currently licensed in Minnesota or validated as qualified health services executives by the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards to serve as assisted living directors, while removing previous requirements related to educational degrees and specific experience.

Additionally, the bill updates the training requirements for assisted living directors, specifying that they must complete at least 30 hours of continuing education instead of general training. This continuing education can include relevant courses that maintain other professional licenses, such as nursing or social work, provided they pertain to the assisted living services offered. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining records of this training for at least three years and making them available to Department of Health surveyors upon request.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144A.20
1st Engrossment: 144A.20