Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 360 - RULES OF GEORGIA COMPOSITE MEDICAL BOARD
Here is a comprehensive overview of Department 392 – Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC), which was repealed effective November 10, 2019.(rules.sos.state.ga.us)
📘 Administrative Overview
Department 392 governed the operations of the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC), the state agency responsible for authorizing and regulating nonpublic postsecondary institutions operating in Georgia. This included oversight of institutional standards, fees, and compliance with federal Title IV funding regulations.(gnpec.georgia.gov)
🗂️ Rule Structure (Prior to Repeal)
The department comprised several chapters, each addressing specific aspects of postsecondary education regulation:
Chapter 392-1: Organization and Operations
Outlined the structure, responsibilities, and operational procedures of the GNPEC.(gnpec.georgia.gov)
Chapter 392-5: Minimum Standards for Educational Institutions
Established the criteria that institutions must meet to operate legally in Georgia.
Chapter 392-7: Fees
Detailed the fee schedules for applications, renewals, and other services provided by the GNPEC.
Chapter 392-11: Rules Pertaining to Institutions Receiving Title IV Funds
Provided guidelines for institutions participating in federal financial aid programs.
🛑 Repeal of Department 392
On October 21, 2019, the Georgia Secretary of State filed a rule repealing Department 392 in its entirety, with the repeal becoming effective on November 10, 2019. This action removed all chapters and rules previously under the department's purview.(rules.sos.state.ga.us)
🔄 Successor and Current Oversight
Following the repeal, the responsibilities of the GNPEC were transferred to the Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission, which continues to oversee the authorization and regulation of nonpublic postsecondary institutions in Georgia. The GNPEC's official website provides updated policies, procedures, and information for institutions and students.(gnpec.georgia.gov)
📥 Accessing Historical Rules
For reference to the repealed rules and regulations, you can download the archived PDF from the Georgia Secretary of State's website:
Department 392 – Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (Repealed)
✅ Next Steps
If you require assistance with:
Understanding the transition from Department 392 to the current GNPEC structure.
Accessing updated policies and procedures under the new framework.
Navigating institutional compliance requirements post-repeal.
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