Who is responsible for obtaining assessor certification from the Division of Behavioral Health?

The individual assessor is responsible for obtaining assessor certification from the Division of Behavioral Health. Certification ensures that the assessor has met the necessary educational, training, and ethical standards to conduct evaluations related to DUI offenses. This role specifically focuses on ensuring that the individual is qualified to perform the assessments needed to understand an offender's behavior and recommend appropriate interventions and treatments.

While other roles, such as licensed professionals, program directors, and court-appointed officials, may contribute to the assessment process or the overall functioning of DUI programs, it is the individual assessor who must directly secure their certification to engage in those assessments legally and competently. This certification process guarantees that assessors are knowledgeable about current laws, regulations, and best practices relevant to DUI evaluations.