The following words and terms, when used in Subchapter G of
this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context
clearly indicates otherwise.
(1) Alternative delivery--A method of course delivery
other than classroom delivery where the course has been certified
by a distance learning certification center acceptable to the Commission.
(2) Applicant--A person seeking accreditation or approval
to be a continuing education provider or instructor.
(3) CE Instructor--A person approved by the Commission
to teach continuing education courses.
(4) CE Provider--Any person approved by the Commission;
or specifically exempt by the Act, Chapter 1102, Texas Occupation
Code, or Commission rule; that offers a course for which continuing
education credit may be granted by the Commission to a license holder
or applicant.
(5) Classroom delivery--A method of course delivery
where the instructor and students interact face to face and in real
time, in either the same physical location, or through the use of
technology.
(6) Correspondence delivery--A method of course delivery
other than classroom delivery where the course has not been certified
by a distance learning certification center acceptable to the Commission.
(7) Elective CE course--A continuing education course,
other than a Non-elective CE course, approved by the Commission as
acceptable to fulfil the continuing education hours needed to renew
a license.
(8) Non-elective CE course--A continuing education
course, for which the subject matter of the course is specifically
mandated by the Act, Chapter 1102, or Commission rule, that a license
holder is required to take prior to renewal of a license.
(9) Person--Any individual, partnership, corporation,
or other legal entity, including a state agency or governmental subdivision.
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