Florida Administrative Code
64 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
64B9 - Board of Nursing
Chapter 64B9-5 - CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Section 64B9-5.005 - Procedure Relating to the Provider

(1) Make application on forms provided by the Board and allow a minimum of ninety (90) days prior to the date the offering begins to allow for processing.

(2) Submit a minimum of three (3) offerings which evidence adherence of the Standards for Continuing Education as set forth in these rules.

(3) Present evidence, satisfactory to the Board, if requested, that all offerings meet the Standards for Continuing Education as set forth in these rules.

(4) Notify the Board of change of contact person and any significant alterations or changes which may affect the maintenance of standards within 30 days.

(5) Determine whether or not partial credit is appropriate for participants failing to complete the total number of hours for which a specific offering is planned and approved. Determine criteria for "successful completion" of course and make this information available to participants prior to offering.

(6) Provider approval may be granted for a period of time established by the Board, not to exceed sixty (60) months.

(7) Provider approval shall be subject to periodic review and may be withdrawn if the Board determines that adherence to the Standards outlined herein is not maintained, or if information submitted to the Board by the provider is found to be a material misrepresentation of fact.

(8) The Board may approve, under special circumstances, other selected single offerings.

(9) The Board may utilize a representative, expert groups, or individuals as appropriate in implementing these rules.