(11) The State Department of Education shall require each public school district to take the following actions relating to the management of asthma in the school setting:

• (d) Provide comprehensive, in-service training on asthma for teachers, school nurses, and other staff appointed by school administration. The training should include instruction on the use of school asthma plans (SAPs), the requirements of this section, emergency protocols for asthma and policies in effect in that school relating to asthma.
• (e) Require school nurses to attend certified asthma educators training. The cost of the training required for school nurses shall be paid by the American Lung Association.

This manual provides guidance for school nurses on procedures and recommendations for practice and care. One of the responsibilities of school nurses described in the manual is to develop professional skills and participate in continuing education activities.