A nurse may meet continuing competency requirements without meeting the requirements of 12 AAC 44.610 - 12 AAC 44.630 by documenting that after the last renewal date, the nurse has
- (1) completed a nursing refresher course approved by the board; or
- (2) attained a degree or certificate in nursing, or made progress toward one, beyond the education requirements for the nurse's original license by successfully completing at least six academic credits in courses required for the degree or certificate; or
- (3) successfully completed the National Council Licensing Examination.
(Eff. 1/1/87, Register 97; am 12/27/2012, Register 204)
Authority: AS 08.68.100, AS 08.68.276