We’ve just started a new CEC Cycle, bringing some changes to our CEC requirements and how you can earn credits. Our goal is to make it easier for you to achieve the credits you need without breaking the bank!
Here are some ways you can earn credits without spending much, if any, money:
1. AGM Attendance: You can earn 4 CECs for each AGM you attend. AGMs are held virtually in late May/early June each year. This means that over our 3-year cycle (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2027), you can attend all three for a total of 12 credits!
2. Attend a live CMMOTA Info Session: You can earn 1 CEC for each live CMMOTA Info Session you attend. These are held virtually a minimum of 6 times per year with a wide variety of topics covered. Attend them all over the course of the 3-year cycle and you would be looking at a total of 18 credits, maybe even more depending on the number of sessions held each year!
3. Volunteering to Promote the Industry: Volunteering to provide massages at offices or events (without pay) earns 1 credit for every 2 hours, up to 3 credits per event. You can do this three times during the cycle for a total of 9 credits.
4. First Aid Certification: Members receive 6 credits once for having a valid Standard (Intermediate) First Aid and Level C CPR certification on file.
5. Board Participation: Members earn 6 credits for each year of participation on the CMMOTA Board.
6. Disciplinary Committee Participation: Members earn 4 credits for each year of participation on the Disciplinary Committee.
7. Other Committee Participation: Members can earn a minimum of 3 credits per year of participation serving on different committees when appointed by the Board to serve. Be sure to watch the CMMOTA Knead to Know newsletter for specific opportunities.
8. Partner Perks Program: Some course providers offer discounts to our members. You can check out the discounts through “Resources” in your Member Profile.
By attending AGMs and participating on a Board or Committee for at least 2 out of the 3 years, you could easily meet your 30-credit requirement without spending any money out of pocket.