Illinois § 20-5

Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20-5.

Education providers. (a) No person shall operate an education provider entity without possessing an active license issued by the Department. Only education providers licensed or otherwise approved by the Department may provide the qualifying and continuing education courses required for licensure under this Act. Every person that desires to obtain an education provider license shall make application to the Department in a manner prescribed by the Department and pay the fee prescribed by rule. (b) A person or entity seeking to be licensed as an education provider under this Act shall provide satisfactory evidence of the following: (1) a sound financial base for establishing, promoting, and delivering the necessary courses; (2) (blank); (3) (blank); (4) (blank); (5) a qualified administrator, who is responsible for the administration of the education provider, courses, and the actions of the instructors; (6) any other requirements as provided by rule; and (7) proof of good standing with the Secretary of State and authority to conduct businesses in this State. (c) All applicants for an education provider's license shall make initial application to the Department on forms provided by the Department, or through a multi-state licensing system as designated by the Secretary, and pay the appropriate fee as provided by rule. The term, expiration date, and renewal of an education provider's license shall be established by rule. (d) An education provider shall provide each successful course participant with a certificate of completion signed by the school administrator. The format and content of the certificate shall be specified by rule. (e) All education providers shall provide to the Department a monthly roster of all successful course participants as provided by rule. (Source: P.A. 102-20, eff. 1-1-22.)

Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 20-5

What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20-5 cover?

Section 20-5 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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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