New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules
He - Department of Health and Human Services
Subtitle He-A - Former Office of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention
Chapter He-A 500 - IMPAIRED DRIVER PROGRAMS
Part He-A 508 - IMPAIRED DRIVER EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Section He-A 508.04 - IDEP Curriculum

Universal Citation: NH Admin Rules He-A 508.04

Current through Register No. 40, October 3, 2024

(a) In order for a curriculum to be considered evidence-based, as required by RSA 265-A:39, II, it shall meet one of the following requirements:

(1) It shall be included in SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP);

(2) It shall have been published in a peer-reviewed journal and have been found to have positive effects; or

(3) The IDCMP or applicant shall provide documentation of the curriculum's effectiveness based on the following:
a. The curriculum is based on a theoretical perspective that has validated research; or

b. The curriculum is supported by a documented body of knowledge generated from similar or related curricula that indicate effectiveness.

(b) An IDEP shall conduct a group orientation in the first session of the program to inform the clients of the following:

(1) The rules of the program, including attendance requirements and the consequences of tardiness and unexcused absences;

(2) Expectations of both the provider and the client;

(3) The current NH DWI laws and the requirements and procedures for completion of the IDEP and license reinstatement;

(4) The rules contained in He-A 500 that require the client's compliance; and

(5) What failure to complete the program means.

(c) IDEPs shall provide clients with written copies of the information in (a) above, including obtaining clients' written acknowledgment that such information was provided and that they agree to comply to the program's rules.

(d) An IDEP or weekend IDEP shall offer sessions featuring group discussions regarding:

(1) Physiological and medical effects of toxic substances on the body;

(2) Psychosocial effects of substance use, focusing on consumption;

(3) Identification of substance use and impaired driving behaviors and patterns as related to alcohol and other drug use;

(4) The impact of psychological defense mechanisms;

(5) The impact of substance use on the family; and

(6) Social and personal attitudes toward substance use.

(e) During group sessions, instructors shall emphasize group process and self-awareness.

(f) During group sessions, instructors shall facilitate group discussions and interactions regarding each client's description of his or her DWI incident.

(g) At least one group session shall discuss:

(1) The effects of substance use on employment; and

(2) Available treatment options.

(h) During one group session, the topic of children of alcoholics shall be discussed.

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