(1) CETs must recertify on a form or by a method approved by the board on or before the date set by ARM 24.101.413 of every year, beginning in 2005. The certification renewal application must include:

(a) verification of satisfactory completion of a board-approved euthanasia course and examination documenting continued competency taken within the 36 months immediately preceding the current renewal deadline date;

(b) verification of current employment at a CEA; and

(c) payment of the proper fee.

(2) CEAs must renew certification on a form or by a method approved by the board on or before the date set by ARM 24.101.413 of every year, beginning in 2005. The renewal application must include:

(a) verification of completion of satisfactory inspection within 12 months of the current renewal deadline date;

(b) a list of currently employed CETs or veterinarians with day, month, and year that each individual began employment and indication of which CET is responsible for all aspects of euthanasia at the agency;

(c) the proper fee; and

(d) verification of current DEA registration.

(3) Renewal notices will be sent as specified in ARM 24.101.414.

(4) A CET's or CEA's renewal certificate shall be valid for one year following the renewal date of the previously held certificate.

(5) The fee for any certificate holder who fails to recertify or submit the proper fee prior to the renewal date must pay the late penalty fee specified in ARM 24.101.403. Certification renewal forms may not be processed until all required documentation is received in the board office and all fees are paid.

(6) The provisions of ARM 24.101.408 apply.