CPE Accreditation for E-learning modules

Any help?

Hi Sij. Thanks for posting your question!

I've developed many modules that were designed for CPE credits. In my experience the requirements for the CPE vary by industry. For instance, some of the modules I created were for the pharmaceutical industry so their CPE standards were guided by a combination of government regulations and industry best practices. Other CPE modules I've built have been for for the financial services industry (for CPAs) and those have had entirely different requirements.

Have you checked with the accrediting body for your industry? Generally they're the ones providing the "must meet" content criteria that you'd need to focus on in your e-learning. That same accrediting body probably also has a checklist of e-learning requirements you need to fulfill—including things like the number of questions, length or timing of the module, etc.

Here's an example from an accrediting body that dictates CPE requirements for accountants.

I'm sorry I can't provide you with more specifics, but I hope this information gets you pointed in the right direction.

Trina, I am also looking for  a sample course specifically designed for financial services industry (for CPAs). I am referring to Standard 8 as a guide that is applicable to the Self study program. I am hoping I can see a sample course to make sure if my design incorporated all the guidelines. 

Hi Manisha. I'm not aware of any sample courses in the community that would meet those needs, but hopefully someone else in the community will chime in with suggestions.