Approval Standards

What We Look for in Every Course

CEUed applies the same rigorous criteria used by state licensing boards. Every course we approve meets a consistent, documented standard — so professionals and boards can trust the credential.

Our Standard Is the Industry Standard

The experience behind CEUed dates back to 1999 and includes continuing education, professional certification, course development, consulting, ethics, credentialing, and organizational certifications.

Today, CEUed brings that experience together in one platform serving professionals, organizations, and licensing boards.

Approval Criteria

Every application is evaluated across the following dimensions.

Learning Objectives

Courses must state clear, measurable learning objectives that align with the needs of licensed professionals in the relevant field.

Course Description & Target Audience

Providers must clearly define who the course is designed for, what it covers, and how it meets the continuing education needs of the intended professional audience.

Qualified Instructors

Instructors and authors must hold relevant credentials, licensure, or demonstrated expertise in the subject matter being taught.

Instructional Design

Course structure, pacing, and delivery method must support effective adult learning and be appropriate for the stated contact hours.

Assessment & Verification

Courses must include a mechanism to verify participant engagement and comprehension, such as a post-test or attestation of completion.

Record Keeping

Providers must maintain accurate completion records and be able to verify participant hours to licensing boards upon request.

Ready to Apply for Approval?

Submit your course for review. Our team will guide you through every step of the process.