(1) The department may issue a trainee permit to a certified professional midwife (CPM) who has submitted an initial application to the department accompanied by a nonrefundable fee as specified in WAC 246-834-990.

(2) The CPM trainee permit authorizes the CPM to complete the licensure requirements outlined in WAC 246-834-066 (1)(c) through (e).

(3) A CPM trainee permit expires one year from the date of issuance. The department may extend the permit upon request to accommodate extenuating circumstances.

(4) The department may deny, modify or revoke a CPM trainee permit at any time if the department determines that patient safety, health or welfare may be in jeopardy or the trainee fails to comply with the requirements of this section.