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ISCEBS 18700 W. Bluemound Rd P.O. Box 209 Brookfield, WI 53008-0209 Phone: (262) 786-8771 Fax: (262) 786-8650 iscebs@iscebs.org |
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Highlights & Happenings Benefits Quarterly 2nd quarter covers wellness International Foundation Certificate in Global Benefits Management Course CDH Plans Will Continue to Grow in 2008: ICDC/ISCEBS Survey Findings Released Get Your CE Credits with E-Learning Courses Get Previous Webcast Topics on CD
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Although the cost of health care and other rewards remains a high priority, finding and retaining talent has edged out mounting health care costs as a top employer concern. In response to both challenges, employers are accelerating recent efforts to equip and motivate employees by customizing total rewards packages to meet their individual needs. Those and other findings from the 14th annual Top Five Total Rewards Priorities survey, sponsored jointly by Deloitte Consulting LLP and the International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists, point to increasingly sophisticated efforts to harness the potential of thoughtfully designed total rewards programs to complement and help drive organizational strategy and goals. Read the press release and complete survey findings, describing respondents' five most significant rewards concerns and how they plan to address them. Other survey findings are available on the Survey page. |
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Get Your Continuing Education (CE) With E-learning Courses E-learning courses are a great way to get quick, timely updates on the topics you need to know about. In addition to the text-based courses covering various introductory and specialized topics, more than 20 one hour audio/visual e-learning courses are now available in a range of health, pension, compensation and general benefit topics. Most of the courses have been approved in many states for CE credit for insurance producers and other professions. HRCI recertification credit is also available. Visit the e-learning Web site to learn more or send your question to elearning@ifebp.org. ISCEBS members and CEBS registrants qualify for the member rate! Use this registration form to receive the reduced rates. For more information about course topics, registration and CE credit, click here. Also available: Canadian Training Courses These introductory courses are designed to provide a general introduction/overview, describe the scope and impact, introduce key stakeholders and terminology and provide an overview of basic design principles, programs, and regulatory framework of these business lines. Those looking for a basic understanding or refresher in group benefits or retirement would benefit from these courses. Remember, ISCEBS members and CEBS registrants qualify for the member fee. You must use this registration form to receive the reduced rates. |
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Benefits Consultants Expect Strong CDH Growth in 2008: ICDC/ISCEBS Study More survey results are available on the survey page. |
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Benefits Quarterly 2nd Quarter If you are not currently receiving Benefits Quarterly, subscribe now. Give the gift of knowledge! Benefits Quarterly makes a perfect gift for clients and colleagues! Order gift subscriptions at any time for any occasion.
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It's Time to Take Another Look at HIPAA Security Because the compliance deadline for the HIPAA Security Rule was three years ago for most health plans, plan sponsors that completed their required HIPAA security risk assessments in 2005 may think that they are "done" with HIPAA security compliance. In fact, HIPAA security compliance requires ongoing vigilance. In addition, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have decided to focus on enforcement of the HIPAA Security Rule by hiring an outside contractor to conduct a number of on-site compliance investigations and reviews this year. Attend this Webcast and get the latest information on
QDIA: What a Plan Sponsor Really Needs to Know With the Pension Protection Act of 2006 also came the proposed regulation on qualified default investment alternative (QDIA). On April 30, the Department of Labor issued additional guidance on QDIAs. What does this regulation on QDIA mean for participants and plan sponsors? This Webcast will answer the following questions:
The Latest on Federal Legislative and Regulatory Activity for Public Plans While public pension plans are primarily regulated at the state and local levels of government, their increasing value and media scrutiny have been catching the interest of federal policymakers and regulators as well. This Webcast will provide you with
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Did You Miss a Live Webcast? Get it on CD! Remember, Society members receive reduced prices on live webcasts and webcast CDs. That's not all. Members participating in live webcasts will receive a complimentary CD recording (one recording per registered site). Non-members participating in a live webcast can purchase that CD for $30. CDs should arrive about two weeks following the live presentation. As a special bonus, Society members have access to select past webcasts free of charge! Check out the Members Only page for these selections. |
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Advanced Degree Opportunity for CEBS Graduates Fellow Listing - These Society members completed the ISCEBS Continuing Education examination, the CMS designation or the Personal Financial Planning courses and achieved Fellow status. See the complete updated listing of Fellows online. CEBS Designation Opportunities
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Society Membership Open to CMS, GBA and RPA designation holders.