Activities that are not acceptable as continuing education:

1. (1)

   1. (A) In-service programs.
   2. (B) Activities intended to assist the nurse to acquire, maintain, and/or increase the competence in fulfilling the assigned responsibilities specific to the expectations of the employer;

2. (2)

   1. (A) Refresher courses.
   2. (B) Programs designed to update basic general knowledge and clinical practice, which consist of a didactic and clinical component to ensure entry-level competencies into nursing practice;

3. (3)

   1. (A) Orientation programs.
   2. (B) A program by which new staff are introduced to the philosophy, goals, policies, procedures, role expectations, physical facilities, and special services in a specific work setting.
   3. (C) Orientation is provided at the time of employment and at other times when changes in roles and responsibilities occur in a specific work setting; and
4. (4) Courses designed for lay people.