Continuing Education Credits (CECs) Application Process

Welcome to the NYPSCB’s guide on applying for and receiving Continuing Education Credits (CECs). Continuing education is essential for maintaining your certification and ensuring you stay current with best practices in peer support. Below, you’ll find step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the CEC application.

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UNDERSTANDING CEC REQUIREMENTS.

Before you begin, it’s crucial to understand the specific CEC requirements for maintaining your certification. You will need to complete and submit your CECs at least one month before your certification expires. You can apply for one year renewal (10 CECs) or two year renewal (20 CECs).

1. IDENTIFY ELIGIBLE CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES.
   1. Approved Courses: Look for courses or workshops approved by the NYPSCB. These include sessions offered by the Academy of Peer Services (APS) or this Systems Advocacy Training.
   2. Outside Courses: If you wish to receive credit for courses not pre-approved, be prepared to provide detailed information about the course, including the curriculum, instructor qualifications, and learning outcomes.
2. PARTICIPATE IN THE CONTINUING EDUCATION ACTIVITY.
   1. Complete the Course: Attend and successfully complete the chosen continuing education course or activity. Make sure to keep any certificates of completion or transcripts as proof of your participation.
3. DOCUMENT YOUR PARTICIPATION.
   1. APS Courses: If your CECs come from an APS class, take a clear picture or download your APS transcript showing the completion of the required courses. Be sure your name and the date the transcript was generated are visible.
   2. Non-Approved Professional Development: Recognizing the innumerable opportunities for professional development, the NYPSCB established a process to allow the NYCPS to petition the board for CECs for content that is not currently recognized by the board. To apply for CECs using this method, complete this form.
4. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION FOR CECs.
   1. Log into the NYPSCB Database and navigate to the CEC application section.
   2. Upload your APS transcript or the documents related to outside courses. Ensure all files are legible and contain all necessary information.
5. APPLICATION REVIEW.
   1. Review by Certification Board Staff.
      1. NYPSCB-Approved Continuing Education:
         1. Certification Board staff will review your submission.
            1. If approved, and you meet the hours threshold, you will receive an automatic email with a new certificate.
            2. If denied, you will receive an automatic email explaining the reason your CECs were denied.
      2. Non-Approved Continuing Education:
         1. Certification Board staff will review your submission.
            1. If the submission contains everything needed, Certification Board staff will forward your application to the Training and Education Committee of the NYPSCB Board of Directors.
            2. If the submission does not contain everything needed, you will receive an automatic email stating what is missing.
   2. Training and Education Committee:
      1. The Training and Education Committee will take action on your request.
         1. If the Training and Education Committee approve your request, you will receive automatic notification and, if you meet the hours threshold, an updated certificate.
         2. If the Training and Education Committee deny your request, you will receive automatic notification of their decision. You are still responsible for completing CECs.