(1) In determining a chiropractic college's eligibility for accreditation and approval in the state of Washington, the commission may utilize recognized national or international chiropractic accrediting bodies that meet the criteria in WAC 246-808-040 (3)(d), (e), and (f), unless the chiropractic college applies directly to the commission for accreditation and approval under RCW 18.25.025, and meets all criteria of WAC 246-808-040.

(2) The commission shall accredit and approve chiropractic colleges primarily contingent upon a course of study that incorporates educationally sound practices and complies with the chiropractic educational requirements for the state of Washington as defined in WAC 246-808-040.