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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 |
Welcome to the International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists
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Benefits Quarterly covers Retirement Policy Health Care Reform - What Employers Are Considering: Survey Finding Newsbriefs previews the Symposium Health Care Reform - Resources at Your Fingertips Get Your CE Credits with E-Learning Courses |
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You know why attending the Symposium is a smart move. The benefits gained are invaluable to not only your professional development, but also your company’s business objectives. For some, getting to the Symposium can prove to be challenging. Time away from the office, reduced travel budgets and urgent business projects are some of the barriers. In her latest four-minute video, ISCEBS President Susan Cranston, offers some suggestions on how to get employer support for Symposium attendance. Don’t forget, to guarantee a room at the Westin at the special Symposium rate, we must have your hotel reservation by August 30th. After that date, every effort will be made to accommodate reservation requests. Register for the Symposium today! We welcome your comments and feedback at iscebs@iscebs.org
Jim Klein of the American Benefits Council will address the strategic questions employers need to consider in the wake of health care and retirement reform enacted in 2010. [Listen Now] The Third Quarter issue of Benefits Quarterly focuses on retirement policy. Browse the executive summaries while you wait for your copy in the mail. The July/August issue of Newsbriefs offers a sneak peek at the Symposium, as well as survey findings regarding health care reform. Read it now in Members Only, or wait for your copy in the mail. Health Care Reform - What Employers Are Considering: Survey Findings In May 2010, the International Foundation conducted a survey of employers in order to determine how they are reacting to the changes brought about by the new health care reform legislation and the strategies being considered. What actions are organizations likely to take and in what time period? Are they apt to implement Twenty percent of employers are taking immediate action to change eligibility requirements for employees’ adult children up to age 26. The majority of employers however (67%), report that they will not extend coverage to dependents up to age 26 until required by law; about 5% of respondents’ plans currently meet legal requirements and 9% are not sure. Press Release | Full Survey Findings (available in Members Only) Health Care Reform - Resources at Your Fingertips Health care reform is top of mind for many benefits professionals. What is included in the legislation? How should it be administered? What does this mean for my company? Look to the Society and the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans to provide educational opportunities centered on this landmark legislation. Check out the International Foundation's Health Care Reform section. This section includes:
CD-ROMs with issues of Benefits Quarterly dating from 1996-2008 are now available. If you requested a copy of this CD on your membership application, the CD will be sent to you. If you would like to get a copy please email the Society and we will be happy to send you one. |
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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 30 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 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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Fellow Listing CEBS Designation Opportunities
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Society Affiliate Membership Open to CMS, GBA and RPA designation holders. Active CEBS students with at least one CEBS exam passed are welcome to join the Society.