Notwithstanding the requirements set forth in sections 633.8, 633.14, 633.16 and 633.17 of this Part, during periods of extreme staffing shortages, as determined by the commissioner, the commissioner may permit abbreviated training and/or approve the extension of recertification deadlines, as applicable, for direct support professionals employed in programs and facilities certified pursuant to Article 16 of the Mental Hygiene law.
N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 14 § 633.27