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§ 362.409 - Conversion to the competitive service.
(a) A Fellow must complete the Program within the time limits prescribed in § 362.404 of this part, including any agency-approved extension. At the conclusion of that period, the Fellow may be converted, as provided in paragraph (b) of this section.
(b) An agency may convert, without a break in service, an ERB-certified Fellow to a competitive service term or permanent appointment.