To qualify as a MAT Trainer – you must submit a hard copy of your credentials.
There are 4 choices for meeting the minimum
qualifications but you only need to submit 1.
Submitting documentation other than
what is stipulated below will not be approved.
(If you are an existing Trainer – you are still required to submit 1 credential requirement.)
Minimum Qualifications
1. RN or LPN licensed by the State of Wyoming Nursing Board in good standing
OBTAIN: copy of your license from the Nursing Board website, print it, then fax or mail
NOTE: we will not obtain a copy of your license for you
or
2. Two (2) years training experience in at LEAST one of the following:
1. CPR 2. First Aid 3.Mandt 4.CPI 5. Related training
SUBMIT: a CURRENT copy of your Trainer certificate for one of the above showing a current expiration date; if you do not have a card verifying your Trainer experience with a current expiration date noted – you will need to get a letter from the agency on their letterhead verifying your certification and when it expires
NOTE: out-dated certifications will not be accepted nor will verbal acknowledgements; it must be verifiable in writing
or
3. Minimum 48 college credits AND two (2) years experience working in developmental disabilities field
SUBMIT: legible copy (does not have to be official) of your college transcript AND a copy of your resume with the name, address, and phone number of the employer(s) to verify your employment or we will accept a letter from the HR department verifying your employment
or
4. High school diploma AND four (4) years experience working in developmental disabilities field
SUBMIT: legible copy (does not have to be official) of your high school diploma or a copy of your G.E. D. certificate (we do not accept test results, must be a copy of the actual certificate) AND a copy of your resume with the name, address, and phone number of the employer(s) to verify your employment or we will accept a letter from the HR department verifying your employment
Your credentials must be mailed or faxed to the Training Coordinator at least two weeks prior to the course date.
If your credentials are not received and verified before the class, you will not be allowed to attend the training.
Address to submit:
Behavioral Health Division
Attn: Training Coordinator
6101 Yellowstone Rd, Suite 220
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Fax: 307-777-6047
NOTE: After you register, it is your responsibility to submit the proper credentials by the due date. We will not remind you to submit your credentials.
If you have at least 1 of the above credentials – continue to the REGISTRATION FORM
For further questions, please visit our Training website and
walk through the MAT Policies and Procedures