Continuing Education Requirements Flashcards

A consultant attended a 2-hour session but left after 45 minutes. How many contact hours may be properly claimed?

Answer: 0.75

Only time actually spent in instruction may be claimed, so 45 minutes equals 0.75 contact hours.

Which of the following generally does NOT count toward instructional time when calculating contact hours?

Answer: Lunch breaks and networking receptions

Meals, breaks, and social events are excluded from instructional contact time.

A certificant moves to inactive or retired status. What commonly happens to CE obligations?

Answer: They are reduced or suspended, but the person may not practice under the active credential

Inactive or retired status usually reduces CE duties while restricting active use of the credential.

Who is ultimately responsible for confirming that a CE activity meets the certification's requirements?

Answer: The certificant

The certificant bears responsibility for meeting and documenting their own CE requirements.

A consultant publishes a peer-reviewed article in their field. How is this often treated under CE rules?

Answer: It may earn CE credit, frequently subject to a cap

Many programs award capped credit for professional publications that demonstrate learning and contribution.

A renewal application is submitted after the deadline but within the stated grace period. What typically applies?

Answer: Renewal is accepted, often with a late fee

Grace periods allow late renewal, usually with an added late fee, before a lapse occurs.

Which is the best reason to choose CE topics based on a personal skills gap assessment?

Answer: It targets learning to areas that most improve competence and client service

Gap-based planning directs CE toward the skills that most strengthen professional practice.