(1) Instructor approval by the department is required prior to the date on which the course is offered for clock hour credit.

(2) Each application for approval of an instructor shall be submitted to the department on the appropriate application form provided by the department.

(3) The director or designee shall approve or disapprove instructor applications based upon criteria established by the commission.

(4) The director or designee shall approve only complete applications which meet the requirements of this chapter.

(5) Upon approval or disapproval the applicant will be so advised in writing by the department. Notification of disapproval shall include the reasons therefor.

(6) Approval shall expire two years after effective date of approval.

(7) Applicants shall identify on the application form the specific subject matter topic area or areas he or she proposes to teach.