Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 13A - STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Subtitle 03 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS
Chapter 13A.03.05 - Administration of Home and Hospital Teaching for Students
Section 13A.03.05.02 - Definitions

(1) "Local school system" means the public school system in which the student is enrolled, or for an identified student with disabilities, the public school system that has responsibility for the education of the student.

(2) "Nurse practitioner" means a nationally board certified, advance practice nurse with a master's or doctorate degree who, by reason of certification under COMAR 10.27.07, may practice in Maryland as a nurse practitioner under the terms of that chapter or, if out-of-State, as a nurse practitioner in the state in which services are provided.

(3) "Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner" means an advanced practice registered nurse, possessing a master's or doctorate degree, who, by reason of national certification under COMAR 10.27.12, is recognized as being trained and certified to diagnose and treat individuals who have mental health needs and substance abuse issues.

(4) "Therapeutic treatment center" means any day or residential facility, licensed by a unit of State government, providing treatment for medical, physical, or emotional conditions including drug or alcohol dependency, or both.