WAC 388-112A-1230. What is a guest speaker and what are the minimum qualifications to be a guest speaker?

(1) A guest speaker is a person selected by an approved instructor to teach a specific topic. A guest speaker: (a) May only teach a specific subject in which the guest speaker has knowledge, background, and experience that establishes expertise on the topic they will teach; (b) May not teach the entire course; (c) Must not supplant the primary teaching responsibilities of the primary instructor; and (d) Must cover the DSHS competencies and learning objectives for the topic the guest speaker is teaching. (2) The approved instructor must: (a) Ensure the guest speaker meets these minimum qualifications; (b) Maintain documentation of the guest speaker's qualifications and experience; (c) Supervise and monitor the guest speaker's performance; and (d) Be responsible for ensuring the required content is taught. (3) DSHS does not approve guest speakers.