The Division of Professional Regulation acts in an advisory capacity to the Director of Health in all matters pertaining to the practice of the profession. The Division is responsible for the review and approval of applications for initial licensure, the formulation and promulgation of Rules and Regulations pertaining to the practice of the profession and for the over all exercise of disciplinary authority over all persons regulated under the statute. The categories of professional licensure and certification which fall within the authority of the Division are Registered Professional Sanitarian.

Individuals regulated under the authority of this Statute provide services which directly effect the physical and mental health of the citizens of Rhode Island. The Department of Health, strives to assure that only the highest quality care and services are delivered to the consumer. It is the mission of the Division to ensure that only qualified individuals enter the regulated profession, that the care and services which these individuals provide are within the standard of practice of the profession and that they maintain their professional competence through continuing education activities if required by statute.

Disciplinary Actions since January 1, 1991. For Disciplinary Actions prior to January 1, 1991 or copies of Disciplinary Orders please contact the Board Administrator listed at the bottom left of this page.

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License Requirements:

To access the Rules and Regulations for licensing please click on the link below:

http://www2.sec.state.ri.us/dar_filing/regdocs/released/pdf//DOH/4829.pdf

Highlights

Information Regarding Complaints against Health Professionals regulated by Health Services Regulation