1. As used in this section, “person” means a person on parole or a person who is no longer on parole but is currently unemployed or underemployed.
2. The board shall develop and implement a certificate of employability program. The certificate program shall be developed to maximize the opportunities for rehabilitation and employability of a person and provide protection of the community, while considering the needs of potential employers.
3. Issuance of a certificate of employability pursuant to the program shall be based upon the successful completion of designated programs and other relevant factors determined by the board.
4. A person required to register under chapter 692A shall be ineligible for the certificate of employability program.
5. The board shall develop and adopt rules pursuant to chapter 17A for the implementation and administration of this section.