Formal Classes

Classes are available at approximately 9 locations across the United States.  Each course typically includes 22 to 30 hours of classroom instruction in addition to the study time.

Why Enroll in a CEBS Class

  • Structured Study--Classes offer a disciplined approach to studying the material and preparing for the national exams. Registrants may take a CEBS class to expand their professional knowledge in a specific area without working toward the CEBS designation.
  • Personal Attention--Classes provide access to an instructor with expertise in the subject matter. Many instructors are CEBS graduates.
  • Career Networking--Classes provide an excellent forum for exchanging ideas and a strong support network.

Who Enrolls in a CEBS Class

  • New and Potential entrants to the employee benefits field. The CEBS program provides a solid knowledge of the concepts and principles with which employee benefit plans are designed.
  • Experienced professionals. For those with experience, CEBS can give direction in areas where additional emphasis is needed.

CEBS Classes

Most classes are offered two terms per year, 2½ to three hours per week for ten to 12 weeks. In some areas universities are offering classes three times a year. Check with your local college/university coordinator to receive their brochure with specifics on their classes.

If you have any comments or concerns regarding CEBS classes, please contact:
Janel Hynek, janelh@ifebp.org.

Call the educational institution in your area for specific course offerings, start dates and tuition information.

Colleges and Universities Offering CEBS Classes

California

Los Angeles

California State University
Alice Gutierrez
(323) 343-4916
E-mail: agutier@cslanet.calstatela.edu

Florida

Tampa

Hillsborough Community College
Courtney Martin
(813) 259-6026
E-mail: cmartin49@hccfl.edu

Illinois

Chicago

Triton College
Cathy Airhart
(708) 456-0300, ext. 3495
E-mail: cairhart@triton.edu

Maryland

Baltimore Area

Anne Arundel Community College
Gloria Lighthizer
(410) 777-2625
E-mail: galighthizer@aacc.edu

 

Michigan

Livonia

Eastern Michigan University
Patricia Breilein
(734) 487-9158
E-mail: pbreilein@emich.edu

New Jersey

Florham/Madison/Hackensack/Teaneck

Fairleigh Dickinson Unversity
Michelle Duffy-Quezada
(973) 443-8990
E-mail: mmduffy@fdu.edu

New York

New York

Baruch College of CUNY
Kimberly Maybar
(646) 312-5000
E-mail: kimberly.maybar@baruch.cuny.edu

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia

University of Pennsylvania
Fina Maniaci
(215) 898-7170
E-mail: maniaci@wharton.upenn.edu

Pittsburgh

Community College of Allegheny County
Beverly Stellfox
(412) 788-7385
E-mail: bstellfox@ccac.edu