What is the Certified Employee Benefits Specialist program? 
The body of knowledge within the CEBS program focuses on group benefits, retirement and compensation. Take the courses to qualify for the CEBS designation or a specialty track designation in Compensation Management Specialist (CMS), Group Benefits Associate (GBA) or Retirement Plans Associate (RPA).

What classes do I need?
Only those who complete the entire CEBS program are entitled to use the CEBS credential. To earn the prestigious CEBS credential, candidates must complete eight courses--six required and two electives. For more information about the new eight-course curriculum model, please visit the CEBS Web site. 
Note: Courses can be taken in any order.

CEBS Classes 
For course descriptions, schedule and pricing click on the course number below or contact AACC’s Office of Continuing Professional Education at 410-777-2908.

CEB-316 - RPA 2 Retirement Plan Management (CEBS 4)
CEB-331 - Employee Benefits: Concepts and Health Care Benefits (CEBS 1)
CEB-342 - Compensation 2: Executive Compensation and Compensation Issues
CEB-315 - RPA 1 Reitrement Plan Design
CEB-319 - Group Benefits Management CEB 2

Testing
All CEBS exams are computer-based tests that are administered year-round. This allows for maximum flexibility, convenience and instant grade results. Candidates may apply and sit for any number of different exams each quarter. Testing takes place at Prometric. For locations, call 1-800-226-7955.
AACC does not administer the exam.

Exam Dates
1st Quarter - Jan. 1-March 31
2nd Quarter - April 1-June 30
3rd Quarter - July 1-Sept. 30
4th Quarter - Oct. 1-Dec. 31