In addition to the terms defined in Section 633.382(1), F.S., the following terms will have the following meanings for purposes of Rules 69A-37.082 through 69A-37.089, F.A.C.:

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    (1) “Accredited” means recognized as having sufficient academic standards to qualify graduates by having been awarded accreditation from a regional accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Documentation that a regional accredited Florida public or private university or college will accept a degree for transfer purposes will also be accepted for accreditation purposes.

    (2) “Eligible Associate Degree” means an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree conferred by a public or private university or college in which the firefighter successfully completed courses that are applicable to fire department duties, as defined in subsection (4).

    (3) “Eligible Bachelor’s Degree” means a bachelor’s degree conferred by a regional accredited public or private university or college applicable to fire department duties, as defined in subsection (4).

    (4) “Applicable to fire department duties” means degreed courses that add value to fire department employment.

    (5) “Supplemental Compensation” means funds that may be paid to eligible firefighters by employing agencies pursuant to Section 633.382, F.S., and this rule chapter, in addition to any regular compensation paid by the employing agencies.

Rulemaking Authority 633.45(2)(a) FS. Law Implemented 633.382(2) FS. History-New 1-3-90, Amended 3-20-95, 7-17-00, Formerly 4A-37.084, Amended 3-14-11.

Laws implemented by this Rule: Florida Statutes § 633.382