Continuing Education Units
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are a way to measure participation in professional training and development courses. One CEU typically equals 10 hours of participation in an organized continuing education program. These units help professionals keep track of their ongoing learning and maintain professional certifications or licenses. Many jobs require employees to earn a certain number of CEUs each year to stay current in their field, similar to how college credits work for students. You might also see them called "Professional Development Hours" or "Contact Hours."
Examples in Resumes
Developed and delivered courses worth 30 CEUs for healthcare professionals
Managed program offering 500+ Continuing Education Units annually
Created online learning platform tracking CEU completion for 1,000+ students
Typical job title: "Continuing Education Coordinators"
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Where to Find Continuing Education Coordinators
Professional Organizations
Job Boards
Professional Networks
Example Interview Questions
Senior Level Questions
Q: How would you develop a new continuing education program from scratch?
Expected Answer: Should discuss needs assessment, curriculum development, accreditation requirements, marketing strategies, and program evaluation methods. Should mention budget considerations and stakeholder engagement.
Q: How do you ensure CEU programs meet accreditation standards?
Expected Answer: Should explain knowledge of accrediting body requirements, documentation processes, quality assurance measures, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Mid Level Questions
Q: How do you track and report CEU completion for large groups?
Expected Answer: Should discuss experience with learning management systems, record-keeping methods, certificate generation, and reporting processes for different licensing boards.
Q: What strategies do you use to market continuing education programs?
Expected Answer: Should describe experience with both digital and traditional marketing methods, understanding target audiences, and measuring program success through enrollment numbers.
Junior Level Questions
Q: What is a CEU and how is it calculated?
Expected Answer: Should explain that one CEU equals 10 hours of participation in approved continuing education activities, and describe basic documentation requirements.
Q: How do you assist participants with CEU-related questions?
Expected Answer: Should demonstrate customer service skills, knowledge of basic CEU requirements, and ability to maintain accurate records of participant completion.
Experience Level Indicators
Junior (0-2 years)
- Basic understanding of CEU requirements
- Record keeping and documentation
- Customer service
- Basic program coordination
Mid (2-5 years)
- Program development and management
- Marketing and promotion
- Budget management
- Stakeholder relationships
Senior (5+ years)
- Strategic program planning
- Accreditation management
- Team leadership
- Policy development
Red Flags to Watch For
- Lack of understanding about CEU calculation methods
- Poor record-keeping practices
- No knowledge of accreditation requirements
- Limited experience with adult learning principles
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