1. SELF-REPORTING CE BEGINS JUNE 1, 2014

2.  Maintain your own CE records and documentation.  Submit 45 CE hours (5 hrs in SAN) every 3 years - either online, fax or by mail.  Provide CE documentation if audited  All CDMs will be sent a CE Self-Reporting Guide Book. This information will also be available on our website by March, 2014.

3.  Complete/attend the CE program.  Record the CE program in your online CE reporting record.  File your CE documentation in a folder that you keep for verification purposes.

4.  CE must be related to the fields of Nutrition, Management, Healthcare, or Sanitation & Food Safety.  No duplicate programs are allowed.  Seminars, meetings, online courses, webinars, food shows, and inservices are all eligible for CE.

5.  Chapters will need to produce and provide Certificates of Completion for all meetings for CDMs to document their CE.  CBDM sign-up sheets will no longer be needed.  Chapter meetings will still require Prior Approval to receive an approval number.

6.  Provider’s name (state chapter name)  Title of the program  Date of participation  Participant’s name and CDM member number (CDM can fill in this portion)  Number of CE hours awarded

7.  Go to the members area of the ANFP website.  You will see a CE Records tab.  Enter the date, title, and approval number (if available) and number of CE hours you have earned.  Keep a file folder of your Certificate of Completion and documentation as specified in the CE-Self Reporting Guide Book.

8.  CBDM random audits will take place every May 31 st at the end of 3-year CE cycles.  You will be notified by May 1 st if you are being audited.  If you are selected to be audited, you will need to turn in all documentation for the years of self-reporting during your 3-year CE cycle.

9. Q: How long should I keep CE documentation? A: A six year period is recommended. Q: If I purchase ANFP online CE products, will my CE automatically be entered into my online CE record once I complete the online course or CE magazine article? A: Yes.

10. Q: What if I don’t have a computer? A: You may still submit your CE documentation by fax or mail and ANFP will record your hours for you. Q: Will CBDM let me know how many CE hours I still need? A: Yes, you will be notified on your annual dues notice, just as you have been notified in the past.

11.  Earn 15 CE hours each year which will equal 45 hours in 3 years.  Use three file folders to organize each year’s proof of attendance/documentation.  Enter your CE into your record within one week of attendance.  View your CE record 24/7 online to make sure your CE record is up-to-date.