Or. Admin. Code § 259-009-0063 - Credit for Experience
(1)
A fire service professional with three years experience in a fire department
may apply to be evaluated for certification based upon experience and
accumulated knowledge.
(2) A fire
service professional may petition for credit for prior learning. The individual
must describe in writing all experience and training pertinent to the standard
being challenged. The material presented will be reviewed by a panel of three
fire service professionals, appointed by the Department or designated staff .
The fire service professionals will determine what credit, if any, should be
granted to the individual.
(3)
Applicants may take a competency examination, if available. Applicants who fail
examinations for any specific requirement will not be re-examined for a period
of 60 days. Applicants who fail examinations for specific requirements may,
after a 60 day interim period, apply to the Department to be re-examined by
written or oral examination. Oral examinations will be conducted by a
representative of the Department .
(4) The Department may enter into a learning
contract with a fire service professional for any standards that are needed.
Upon successful completion of the contract, the individual will be granted
credit for the job performance requirements. The contract must be in writing
and signed by the Director or designated representative and the individual
seeking credit. The contract will include a course of study, an evaluation
process and a completion date.
(5)
The Department or its designated representative will notify the applicant of
the results of the evaluation within 60 days.
(6) The Department or its designated
representative may grant certification to the applicant when the evaluation
indicates the applicant's experience and knowledge exceed the minimum
established standards (Note: See also OAR 259-009-0020).
Notes
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 181A.410
Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 181A.410
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