Which of the following is NOT a valid criterion for approving continuing education activities?

The choice that states continuing education activities must be conducted in-person is not a valid criterion for approval. In Washington, continuing education for funeral directors and those in the mortuary profession can encompass various formats, including online courses, webinars, and other distance learning opportunities.

The key focus of continuing education is to ensure that the content improves knowledge, relates to mortuary science, and enhances professional competency, rather than the mode of delivery being restricted to in-person formats alone. This flexibility in the delivery mode allows professionals to engage in ongoing education in ways that are most convenient and effective for them, thereby promoting lifelong learning within the field.