The International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists
CEBS graduates as well as those who hold the CMS, GBA or RPA designations are eligible to join the International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists (ISCEBS). Through its comprehensive collection of educational resources, new channels of benefits information and networking opportunities, the Society provides the innovative thinking and collective wisdom that can help you excel and prosper in your professional career. Society membership services include:
Continuing Education Course
A comprehensive course with an optional exam is developed annually to keep CEBS graduates up to date on recent developments and trends in the benefits field. The U.S. course is developed by the Wharton School. For Canada, the course is developed by Dalhousie University.
Annual Employee Benefits Symposium
A 2 1/2-day educational program open to all Society members. It includes general sessions and interactive workshops tailored to meet the needs of benefits professionals. CEBS registrants who have earned the CMS, GBA or RPA designation or who have completed at least three courses are eligible to register for the Symposium.
Symposium Dates
September 21-24, 2008, Lake Buena Vista (Orlando)
October 4-7, 2009, San Diego
October 3-6, 2010, Charlotte
ISCEBSLink Listserves
A quick and easy way to get answers, access new ideas and share information on what works and what doesn't.
Publications
Receive copies of Newsbriefs--the bimonthly publication for Society members that contains benefits information as well as current highlights of Society activities and continuing education opportunities; and Benefits Quarterly--a journal containing in-depth articles and timely features relevant to benefits and compensation professionals.
Local Chapters
Personalized networking and professional development at the local level. Local chapters sponsor educational meetings, publish newsletters and enhance local recognition of the CEBS designation.
Online Community
Delivers a full menu of features and options. It also facilitates quick and easy communication to you on Society programs and activities. Here's some of the features: online directory, career center, yellow pages, local chapter programs and activities, permanent e-mail address, surveys/polls and events calendar. CEBS registrants are eligibile to join a local chapter to network with peers in the benefits and compensation field.