Continuing education units are automatically approved and do not need to be submitted to the Board if the programs are: Approved by the Academy of Funeral Service Practitioners; Sponsored by national service organizations; Sponsored by State associations; Sponsored by local associations; Provided by suppliers; or Already approved by the Board. Licensed Maryland funeral establishments and other Maryland licensees may apply to the Board for CEU approval. A continuing education course or workshop may be qualified for approval if the Board determines that it: Constitutes an organized program of learning, including a symposium, which contributes directly to the professional competency of the licensee; Is related to the practice of mortuary science; Is conducted by individuals considered experts in the subject matter of the program by reason of education, training, or experience; and Is accompanied by a paper, manual, or written outline which substantially describes the subject matter of the program. An individual seeking to conduct a seminar, workshop, or presentation shall submit for Board approval at least 6 weeks in advance of the proposed seminar, workshop, or presentation the following: Documentation indicating the number of CEUs that will be proposed; A description of the course; Qualifications of the presenter; A course outline; and Any manuals or other documents to be distributed.