Who Owns the CEU? Why Only Accredited CEUs Can Be Trusted

The CEU is in the public domain, so that why you should care about ensuring they are Accredited.
The CEU is in the public domain, so that why you should care about ensuring they are Accredited.
Is accreditation just for colleges and universities? Think again. This blog debunks the myth and highlights how accreditation adds value across industries—from corporate training and workforce development to professional certification programs. Discover why accreditation is a game-changer for any organization delivering education and training.
Some training providers mistakenly believe they're accredited because of a college partnership or that CEUs issued “through a college” are automatically valid. This article explains why that’s false and what it really takes to issue credible CEUs.
Standards development organizations (SDOs) create the consensus-based standards that make products compatible, services reliable, and systems safe. This article explains what SDOs are, how standards are developed, and where they impact daily life—from healthcare and technology to construction and education, including IACET’s role in workforce training.
In safety-sensitive industries, compliance can't be a checklist. Dr. Barbara R. Primm explains how accreditation validates a culture of accountability--aligning outcomes, instruction, evaluation, and recordkeeping with the ANSI/IACET Standard--so safety training is delivered, retained, and applied. The article offers readiness questions and practical steps to strengthen quality and trust.