What counts as participatory credit?
If a provider keeps track of your “participation” at an activity it is “participatory.” Provider verification consists of the following, the provider has you sign in at the time of the activity (electronic sign-in is acceptable), the provider keeps a list of those who sign in, and the provider issues a certificate of attendance to attendees. Online courses, CD ROM-based courses, and some tape-based courses can count for participatory credit if they are verified by an approved provider. If unsure, contact the individual provider to verify that the program has been approved for participatory credit.
• Do I get self-study or participatory credit for watching approved videotapes or listening to approved audiotapes? Answer: Participatory credit for watching or listening to an approved education activity recorded on electronic media is available if: • the provider has the attorney sign in at the time of the activity and keeps a record of attendance; and • the program is approved for participatory credit and • provider gives the attorney a certificate of attendance. Otherwise, an attorney receives self-study credit. • What kinds of activities count only for self-study credit? Answer: The following activities count only for self-study credit: • Self-assessment tests • Writing a legal article accepted for publication • What kinds of approved activities always count for participatory credit? Answer: The following activities always count for participatory credit: • “Live” education verified by a provider • A law school class (whether taught or attended) • Speaking or teaching at an approve
