(a) The basic course of training for a candidate for assessor shall be the basic course of training, with the same prerequisites, established in section 8188-2.6 of this Part, except that attendance at the orientation seminar is not required.

(b) ORPTS may waive satisfaction of any component of the basic course of training if the applicant demonstrates educational background or experience to make satisfaction of the component unnecessary.

(c) An individual who has successfully completed a training session not conducted by ORPTS which presents topics similar to those in one or more components of the basic course of training may request that this session be accepted as successful completion of or attendance at such component or components. The individual must submit the same supporting material required by section 8188-2.8 of this Part for assessors to obtain continuing education credit.