OAR 833-080-0021: Continuing Education Waiver

(1) Licensees may request a waiver for meeting the continuing education requirements by submitting a written request on forms provided by the Board. (2) The Board may grant exemptions in whole or in part, including extension of deadlines, to licensees who cannot timely attend the required hours of training because of a documented medical condition. The licensee must include the following information as part of the request. (a) The rationale for a waiver; (b) The nature of the illness or disability; (c) The time period the waiver would cover; (d) A statement as to how the condition prevents participation in continuing education; (e) Signature by the licensee or legal representative; and (f) Signed statement from a healthcare practitioner who is licensed or certified by the state to provide services. (3) The Board will notify the licensee in writing whether the request is approved.