(a) Group Programs: Group programs qualify as acceptable continuing education if they meet the general requirements of this Chapter, if an outline of the program is prepared in advance, if evidence of satisfactory completion is retained, and the program is at least one fall credit period in length. - (i) The following are acceptable group programs: professional development programs of recognized national, state, and local accounting organizations; technical sessions at meetings of recognized national, state, and local accounting organizations and their chapters; university or college courses; formal organized in-house, in-firm and inter-firm education programs; and programs given by other organizations devoted to accounting or professional improvement.
(b) Individual Programs: these programs qualify as acceptable continuing education if they meet the general requirements of this Chapter, if evidence of satisfactory completion is retained, if the program is at least one fiill credit period in length, and include the following: - (i) Individual self-study courses which require registration;
- (ii) Service as an instructor, lecturer, or discussion leader;
- (iii) Published articles or books authored by the certificate holder if they contribute to the professional competence of the individual; or
- (iv) Independent study that is under the direction of a qualified sponsor/provider who has met the applicable program standards.
(c) Program Standards: - (i) Standard #1: Learning activities must be based on clearly defined, relevant learning objectives and outcomes that clearly articulate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that can be achieved by participants.
- (ii) Standard #2: Learning activities must be developed in a manner consistent with the prerequisite education, experience, and/or advanced preparation of the participants.
- (iii) Standard #3: Activities, materials and delivery systems must be current, technically accurate, and effectively designed. Providers, sponsors, or contractors must be competent in the subject matter. Competence may be demonstiated through practical experience or education.
- (iv) Standard #4: Learning programs must be reviewed by qualified persons other than those who develop the program to assure the program is technically accurate, current, and addresses the stated learning objectives. This requirement is waived for single presentations such as lectures that are given once,