Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.

Terms Used In Washington Code 18.122.020

  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
(1) To “credential” means to license, certify, or register an applicant.
(2) “Department” means the department of health.
(3) “Secretary” means the secretary of health or the secretary’s designee.
(4) “Health profession” means a profession providing health services regulated under the laws of this state and under which laws this statute is specifically referenced.
(5) “Credential” means the license, certificate, or registration issued to a person.

NOTES:

Effective dateSeverability1989 1st ex.s. c 9: See RCW 43.70.910 and 43.70.920.