The Continuing Education Unit is a nationally recognized unit of measurement for noncredit formal learning experiences.  It is designed to document continuing education work that differs from how academic credit is traditionally awarded.

The Division of Continuing Education (CE) defines, administers, and awards CEUs in accordance with the guidelines set forth by The Commission on Colleges (COC) – Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), Council on the Continuing Education Unit document, CEU Criteria and Guidelines.

Computation of CEUs

The number of Continuing Education Units awarded is determined by the number of instructional hours spent in a formal learning environment.

• 1 Contact hour = 60 minutes of instruction*
• 10 Contact Hours = 1 CEU

*Professional associations/governing boards contact hour computation may vary depending on the profession.  Reference needs to be made to the specific professional association/governing boards. 

Providerships

The University of West Florida is currently an authorized provider for the following professions:

• Social Work                                                        
• Psychology                         
• Occupational Therapy               
• Engineers                          
• Construction Contractors
• Select Electrical Contractors
• Architects

Eligible Program Formats

Continuing Education Units may be awarded for work in formal learning environments that include, but are not limited to courses, workshops, seminars, institutes and conferences.  For example...

• License renewal/re-certification programs
• Professional development programs for professionals and paraprofessionals
• Courses, workshops, seminars, institutes and conferences for the general public
• Certificate programs

Qualification for Eligible Programs

In order for a program to qualify, the sponsoring organization must:

• Demonstrate that the program addresses an educational need of the target audience
• Provide an outline of clear, concise and measurable objectives stating intended learning outcomes that are based on identified needs
• Organized instructional content to meet program objectives
• Provide qualified instructors for program
• Demonstrate that instructional methods appeal to the diverse learning styles of audience and provide opportunities for learners to be actively involved and interact with instructor(s) and materials,
• Establish time requirements
• Use a suitable assessment tool that demonstrates learners have attained the stated outcomes
• Use a suitable evaluation tool
• Provide a statement of who is authorized to verify attendance.

CEUs Fees

• Sponsoring organization - $100 nonrefundable application processing fee
• Participants - $20 recording fee should be paid directly to the sponsoring organization

Approval/Application Process

The sponsoring organization requesting CEUs submits the following information 90 days prior to the start date of the program:

• A written request on sponsoring agency/organization letterhead
• A $100 nonrefundable application processing fee
• A completed CEU application  http://uwf.edu/cde/CEU_APP_frm.pdf
• An outline of program objectives
• A timed agenda
• Vita(e) resume(s) of all program instructors/presenters.

A request will be processed within 30 days of receipt of the application.

After program completion

The sponsoring organization must submit the following documents by certified mail:

1. Participant fees  ($20/student – provide one check or money order from sponsoring organization)
2. Registration forms (provided by UWF)
3. Attendance sheets (provided by UWF)
4. Evaluations to:The University of West Florida, Division of Continuing Education, 11000 University Parkway; Pensacola, Florida 32514; Phone:  850-474-2914; Fax:  850-474-2134