321—25.11 (231C) Initial certification process for an accredited program.
	 25.11(1) DIA shall determine whether or not the accredited program meets applicable requirements contained in Iowa Code Supplement chapter 231C and these rules within 20 working days of receiving all finalized documentation, including state fire marshal approval.
	 25.11(2) DIA shall notify the accredited program within 10 working days of the final certification decision.
	  a.   	 If the decision is to certify, a full certification shall be issued for the term of the accreditation not to exceed three years, unless conditionally issued, suspended or revoked by either DIA or the recognized accrediting entity.
	  b.   	 If the determination is to deny certification, DIA shall provide the applicant the opportunity for hearing in accordance with 321—26.4(17A,231C,231D).
	  c.   	 Certification for a program, unless conditionally issued, suspended or revoked, shall expire at the end of the time period specified on the certificate.