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MY ORGANIZATION IS APPLYING FOR MEMBERSHIP TO THE NATIONAL REGISTRY. DO YOU HAVE TIPS OR RECOMMENDATIONS TO HELP WITH THE APPLICATION PROCESS? PART TWO
1. Course Access Information
You must submit a complete program for review. NASBA reviewers look for components that are specific to QAS™ Self Study. For this reason, NASBA reviewers must have log-in information to begin the review process. Failure to include this information will result in a longer processing time.
2. CPE Calculation Documentation
QAS™ Self Study sponsors can choose two methods for calculating CPE credits. The two methods are pilot testing and the word count formula. Each method requires different supporting CPE calculation documentation, which is clearly specified in Standard No. 17.
3. Biographical Data
Learning activities must be developed and reviewed by individuals or teams that are subject matter experts. Why have a separate reviewer? The reviewer provides assurance that the program is technically accurate and addresses the program's stated learning objectives. We require biographical information to verify the expertise of the developers and reviewers. Review Standards Nos. 4 and 5 for more details on the requirements of developers and reviewers.
4. Review Questions and Answers and Feedback
QAS™ self study sponsors are required to use program materials that "guide the participant through the learning process." Sponsors provide guidance through the use of review questions that must include evaluative and reinforcement feedback. Be sure to review Standard No. 9 for guidance in determining in appropriate review question types and proper feedback.
5. Qualified Assessment
QAS™ Self Study are required to "provide evidence of satisfactory completion of the course." To meet the requirement, self study programs must require participants to successfully complete a qualified assessment with a minimum passing grade of 70%. Be sure to include an answer key with the qualified assessment when submitting the application. For more details on final examination requirements, review Standards No. 9, paragraph 4.