This bill amends Minnesota Statutes related to mortuary science internships, specifically updating the definitions and requirements for interns and the internship process. It clarifies that an "intern" is an individual who is either enrolled in or has completed an accredited mortuary science program, and who is under the supervision of a licensed mortuary science practitioner. The bill also allows individuals to begin their registered internship while still enrolled in an accredited program, and it specifies the documentation required for internship registration, including proof of enrollment and coursework completion.

Additionally, the bill modifies the internship duration and supervision requirements. It establishes that the internship must consist of a minimum of 2,080 hours, which can be completed during or after enrollment in an accredited program. The bill also introduces a provision that allows interns who have not completed certain coursework to perform specific procedures only in the presence of a supervising licensee. Furthermore, it requires a notarized affidavit from the supervising licensee to be submitted with the application for an initial license, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place for licensure consideration.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 149A.02, 149A.20