Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
514 - BOARD OF COUNSELING PROFESSIONALS LICENSURE
Chapter 7-A - CONTINUING EDUCATION
Section 514-7-A-4 - Ineligible Continuing Education Activities

1. Repetition of Certain Activities

Continuing education credit may not be claimed more than once for completing the same prerecorded program, home study, or on line, internet or other distance learning program.

2. Service with Professional Associations or Regulatory Boards

Continuing education credit may not be claimed for elective office or service in professional associations or societies, or for membership on governmental regulatory boards.

3. Supervision Received Pursuant to a Board Order or Consent Agreement

Continuing education credit may not be claimed for supervision received pursuant to a board order or consent agreement.

4. Computer Training, Practice Management, Office Management

Continuing education credit may not be claimed for activities that substantially focus on computer training, practice management, billing or coding, office management or administration.

5. Personal Growth or Alternative Therapy Activities

Continuing education may not be claimed for: the study of yoga, energy healing or alternative therapy; exploration of personal growth; or any activity of any nature whatsoever that does not directly relate to the theory and practice of professional counseling.

[NOTE: Continuing education is waived for licensees during periods of inactive status pursuant to 32 MRSA §13864 and Chapter 7, Section 2(3) of the board's rules. Continuing education is required for reactivation of an inactive license pursuant to 10 MRSA §8003(5-A)(D)(5), 32 MRSA §32 MRSA§ 13864 and Chapter 7, Section 2(5)(A) of the board's rules.]