R277-702-3. Administrative Procedures and Standards for Testing and Certification

  (1)(a) The Superintendent shall contract with a third party contractor in accordance with state procurement law to administer HSE exams in the state.

  (b) The Superintendent may contract with public non-profit institutions within the state to administer HSE exams and provide related testing services.

  (c) The Superintendent shall determine the number and location of the institutions designated as testing centers in a manner that ensures that the test is reasonably accessible to potential applicants.

  (d) The Superintendent shall develop requirements for HSE exam testing centers in conjunction with the contractor approved in accordance with Subsection (1)(a).

  (2) The Superintendent shall develop minimum scores required for passing an HSE exam in conjunction with a vendor chosen in accordance with Subsection (1)(a).

  (3) The Superintendent shall award a diploma to a candidate who receives a passing score on an HSE exam.