External Activity Eligibility

Taking courses outside of NCRA-approved events

If a member wishes to take a course outside of NCRA events, approved events, or pre-qualified learning opportunities, the member should request a determination of eligibility BEFORE taking the course. The member should email the Continuing Education Coordinator the following information:

1. The name of the vendor or school
2. The course title, description, and topics covered.
3. The duration of the course in hours
4. The name and qualifications of the instructor
5. How the proof of completion will be provided
6. Which Section under Article III of the continuing education rules would the course fall under (ex: Section 3.01 Language Skills, Literature, and Linguistics)

If the course is determined eligible for credit, the member will receive an email stating how much credit will be awarded for the course and a note will be made in the member’s record. The member will still be required to provide the required information upon completion and pay submission fees. If the course is determined ineligible for credit, the member will receive an email explaining the decision.

 

Seeking approval for PDC's not specified in the CE program rules

If the member is seeking approval for PDCs for an activity not specifically detailed in Article IV of the continuing education rules, the member should request determination of eligibility BEFORE participating in the activity. The member should email the Continuing Education Coordinator with the following information:

1. The program or activity description
2. The duration of the program or activity
3. How the proof of participation will be provided
4. Which Section under Article IV of the continuing education rules would the program or activity fall under (ex: Section 4.01 Promoting the Profession to External Audiences)

If the program or activity is determined to be eligible for PDCs, the member will receive an email stating how much credit will be awarded for the program or activity and a note will be made in the member’s record. The member will still be required to provide the required documentation to submit for credit and pay submission fees. If the program or activity is determined ineligible for credit, the member will receive an email explaining the decision.