# WAC 246-930-210: WAC 246-930-210. Examination appeal procedures

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_210

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 246-930-210
- **Heading:** WAC 246-930-210. Examination appeal procedures
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 246 / Chapter 246-930 / Section 246-930-210

## Text

(1) Any candidate who takes and does not pass the sex offender treatment provider examination may request an informal review of the results of the examination.
(a) The examination results shall not be modified unless the candidate presents clear and convincing evidence of error in the examination content or procedure, or bias, prejudice, or discrimination in the examination process.
(b) Any challenges to examination scores shall not be considered unless the total of the potentially revised score would result in issuance of a certificate.
(2) The procedure for requesting an informal review of examination results is as follows: The request shall be in writing and shall be received by the department within thirty days of the date on the letter of notification of examination results sent to the candidate.
(3) The candidate shall be identified only by candidate number for the purpose of this review. The candidate shall be notified in writing of the decision.
Letters of referral or requests for special consideration shall not be read or considered.
(4) Any candidate not satisfied with the results of the informal examination review may request a formal hearing before the secretary to challenge the informal review decision. The procedures for requesting a formal hearing are as follows:
(a) The candidate shall complete the informal review process before requesting a formal hearing.
(b) The request for formal hearing shall be received by the department within twenty days of the date on the notice of the results of the informal review.
(c) The written request shall specifically identify the challenged portion(s) of the examination and shall state the specific reason(s) why the candidate believes the examination results should be modified.
ss before requesting a formal hearing.
(b) The request for formal hearing shall be received by the department within twenty days of the date on the notice of the results of the informal review.
(c) The written request shall specifically identify the challenged portion(s) of the examination and shall state the specific reason(s) why the candidate believes the examination results should be modified.
(d) Appeals are brief adjudicative proceedings, as provided under the Administrative Procedure Act, chapter 34.05 RCW and chapter 246-11 WAC. The presiding officer is the secretary or the secretary's designee.
(5) The hearing shall be restricted to the specific portion(s) of the examination the candidate had identified in the request for formal hearing.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 246-930-010 WAC 246-930-010. General definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_010.md)
- [WAC 246-930-020 WAC 246-930-020. Underlying credential required](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_020.md)
- [WAC 246-930-030 WAC 246-930-030. Education required prior to certification as an affiliate or a provider](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_030.md)
- [WAC 246-930-040 WAC 246-930-040. Experience required prior to certification as a provider](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_040.md)
- [WAC 246-930-065 WAC 246-930-065. Requirements for certification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_065.md)
- [WAC 246-930-067 WAC 246-930-067. Requirements for qualified supervisors](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_067.md)
- [WAC 246-930-070 WAC 246-930-070. Training required for certified providers](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_070.md)
- [WAC 246-930-075 WAC 246-930-075. Supervision of affiliates](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_075.md)
- [WAC 246-930-200 WAC 246-930-200. Application and examination](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_200.md)
- [WAC 246-930-210 WAC 246-930-210. Examination appeal procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_210.md)
- [WAC 246-930-301 WAC 246-930-301. Purpose — Professional standards and ethics](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_301.md)
- [WAC 246-930-310 WAC 246-930-310. Standards for professional conduct and client relationships](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_310.md)
- [WAC 246-930-320 WAC 246-930-320. Standards for assessment and evaluation reports](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_320.md)
- [WAC 246-930-330 WAC 246-930-330. Standards and documentation of treatment](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_246_930_330.md)

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