American Samoa § 13.0311 - Department training, certification and credentialing.
Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 13.0311 — Department training, certification and credentialing., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13.0311. Department training, certification and credentialing.
(a) The director and department may identify and encourage public and private leaders in the Territory to work through the department to develop, administer, and fulfill the requirements of this act, and ensure the provision of public health emergency services and functions. (b) The director may adopt and administer training certification or credentialing programs for department personnel, ASG agencies, public and private sector partners and volunteers. These programs should be designed to develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in relevant and contemporary areas addressing the response and may be based on: (1) Basic, core, or technical competencies (and corresponding curriculum) for emergency preparedness and response; or (2) Professional codes for public health professionals.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About American Samoa § 13.0311
What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 13.0311 cover?
Section 13.0311 ("Department training, certification and credentialing.") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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