ACEP #: ________________
NBCC will review the submitted home study program from start to finish. This includes completing the
evaluation, taking the assessment instrument, and obtaining a certificate of completion. The program will
be tested from the user’s perspective and NBCC must be given full, unrestricted access to all aspects of
the program.
Submit with this application the following materials and information:
1. Learning materials, such as text-based, audiovisual or Web-based materials;
2. All necessary URLs, usernames and passwords for complete review of the program from start to finish;
3. Presenter Qualification Form accurately identifying all individual program presenters/authors, including
the qualifications, with relevant academic degree and field of study of each;
4. An explanation of the calculation used to determine the amount of NBCC credit, and if applicable, an
accurate word count of all text-based learning materials;
5. An assessment instrument prepared by a professional with an advanced degree in a mental health field
intended to evaluate the participant’s knowledge of the program material, and a curriculum vitae or
résumé for the author of the assessment instrument;
6. An answer key for the assessment instrument;
7. Instructions clearly explaining the process for obtaining NBCC credit from the provider upon
completion of the program;
8. A reference list accurately identifying all source materials used to prepare the program, such as
professional journal articles or books;
9. An evaluation document for participants to rate the program;
10. A sample certificate of completion for the program;
11. Curriculum vitae or résumé of the program administrator; and
12. The provider’s organizational governance documents and operational principles. If the organization is
incorporated, submit the articles of incorporation and corporate bylaws. If the organization is a limited
liability company (LLC), please submit the LLC operating agreement. If the provider is a tax-exempt
organization, submit a copy of the IRS determination letter.
Each provider offering NBCC credit is solely responsible for submitting to NBCC all required information and
documentation demonstrating that the provider and the provider’s programs are in compliance with the policy.
Providers failing to demonstrate compliance with the policy may be sanctioned by NBCC, including the
disqualification of noncompliant programs or providers, or suspension or termination of ACEP status.