Rule 7.1 Approval of Teaching Activities and Education Activities Conducted by Non-Accredited Providers
Rule Text
An educational activity offered by a non-accredited provider and teaching activities that are consistent with the purposes of these rules may qualify for MCJE credit as provided in this rule.
(A) Individual Request Required. Except as provided in subrule (B), a judicial officer seeking credit for any educational activities conducted by a non-accredited provider or teaching activities that meet the requirements of Mich CJE R 4.2, must request approval from the Board using the Board’s required method and form.
(B) Provider Request Allowed. A non-accredited provider may request accreditation of a single educational activity using the Board’s required method. If the activity is approved for credit, individual approval under subrule (A) is not required.
(C) Requests for Approval. Except as otherwise provided in this subrule, a request for approval under subrules (A) or (B) must:
(1) be made no earlier than 60 days before completing or holding the activity,
(2) be made before the end of the reporting period,
(3) include information required by the Board, such as a detailed description of the activity, the qualifications of anticipated speakers, and information regarding the materials or anticipated lectures.
(D) Board’s Decision. In determining whether credit will be awarded for an activity under this rule, the Board shall consider:
(1) whether the activity is duplicative of an MCJE activity offered by an accredited provider;
(2) whether the activity meets the requirements of Mich CJE R 6; and
(3) whether the activity is an organized program of learning taught by instructors qualified by practical or academic experience.