51³Ô¹ÏÍø is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.  IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.
Frequently Asked Questions About 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's IACET Accreditation
What are CEUs?Ìý
The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) was created by IACET as a measurement of continuing education. The IACET CEU has evolved from a quantitative measure to a hallmark of quality training and instruction. For more information on IACET, visit .Ìý
Which 51³Ô¹ÏÍø professional development (PD) events award CEUs?Ìý
Effective 2/1/24, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø can award CEUs for in-person and virtual PD events. Therefore, PD created after that date can be eligible for CEUs, per IACET.Ìý PD events that offer CEUs will be indicated at registration. The statement that denotes eligibility is as follows:Ìý
"Participants can earn (number of CEUs) for this training."
Can I get CEUs for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø PD events that I attended before 2/1/24?
No, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø was not authorized to award CEUs before 2/1/24.Ìý
How many CEUs will be awarded for each PD event?Ìý
The number of CEUs awarded for each PD event will vary based on the length of the training and will be indicated in the event announcement. For reference, 0.1 CEU is awarded for each one-hour PD event. For example, a five-hour training awards .5 CEU and a ten-hour training awards 1 CEU.Ìý
Are there specific criteria to earn CEUs?Ìý
Yes, registrants must complete the PD event in its entirety whether virtual or in-person, complete an assessment with a passing score of 80%, and complete the evaluation. Please note that registrants must complete all components within the allotted time after the PD event. Failure to do so will forfeit the registrants’ right to earn CEUs for the PD event.Ìý
Will I still earn certificates of completion for PD events?ÌýÌý
Yes, registrants will earn certificates of completion for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø PD events.Ìý
Will my organization accept the CEUs?Ìý
While IACET CEUs are widely recognized, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø cannot guarantee that your organization, employer, or state will accept them. Individuals are encouraged to confirm with these entities prior to the PD event whether IACET CEUs will be accepted.Ìý
How do I access my CEUs after the PD event?Ìý
Upon completion of PD events, learners will receive a certificate of completion, and CEUs will be documented on the transcript within the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Learning Lab.ÌýÌý
Where can I ask questions about CEUs?Ìý
If you have any questions about CEUs, please contact [email protected].Ìý