Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-2061.3

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 13, December 25, 2024

Rule 481-2061.3 - Standards

(1)General criteria. A continuing education activity that meets all of the following criteria is appropriate for continuing education credit if the continuing education activity:

a. Is an organized program of learning fundamental to the practice of the profession that contributes directly to the professional competency of the licensee;

b. Is conducted by individuals who have specialized education, training and experience in the subject matter of the program;

c. Fulfills stated program goals, objectives, or both; and

d. Provides proof of attendance including:

(1) Date, place, course title, presenter(s);

(2) Number of program contact hours; and

(3) Certificate of completion or evidence of successful completion of the course provided by the course sponsor.

(2)Specific criteria. Continuing education hours of credit may be obtained by completing the following in person or virtually:

a. Academic coursework if the coursework is offered by an accredited postsecondary educational institution. The maximum number of continuing education hours of credit for academic coursework per biennium is 15 hours with:

b. 1 academic semester hour = 15 continuing education hours; and 1 academic quarter hour = 10 continuing education hours.

c. A maximum of four hours of credit may be obtained by independent study. Independent study hours are subject to the requirements stated in the rules in this chapter and in 481-Chapter 500.

d. Attending programs or conferences or business, technical, or professional seminars that enhance a licensee's ability to provide quality hearing health care services.

e. Mandatory reporter training as specified in 481-subrule 2060.9(4). Hours reported for credit shall not exceed the hours required for compliance.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-2061.3

ARC 7818C, IAB 4/17/24, effective 5/22/2024

Editorial change: IAC Supplement 10/30/2024