Section 24-4-203 - Evaluation and implementation

(1) Each agency shall: (a) Document the following results and publish a summary of pathways available to a veteran to obtain authorization to practice an occupation:(I) Evaluate the extent to which military training meets all or part of the state requirements to be authorized to practice an occupation;(II) Identify reciprocity mechanisms with other states; and(III) Determine if an occupational exam is available to authorize a veteran to practice an occupation;(b) Consult with community colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions with regard to:(I) Courses or programs to cover the gap between military occupational specialty training and the training required to be authorized to practice an occupation; and(II) Refresher courses for the reinstatement of lapsed civilian credentials; and(c) Consider adopting a national credentialing exam.Added by 2016 Ch. 190,§2, eff. 8/10/2016.L. 2016: Entire part added, (HB 16-1197), ch. 190, p. 676, § 2, effective August 10.