Trimedx Foundation is happy to announce that Foundation volunteers who hold AAMI credentials can earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the time they dedicate to volunteering. Through ACI, AAMI’s credentialing body, volunteer hours are eligible under Category 2: Leadership Roles. CEUs are available immediately, and no additional coursework or cost is required.
This program provides current and future volunteers with a tangible professional benefit for volunteer work through Trimedx Foundation. For the Foundation it is another meaningful way to recognize the people who give so generously of their time.
Eligible AAIM Credentials
Volunteers holding any of the following credentials qualify for CEUs through ACI:
CBET — Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician
CHTM — Certified Healthcare Technology Manager
CRES — Certified Radiology Equipment Specialist
CABT — Certified Associate in Biomedical Technology
CISS — Certified Industrial Sterilization Specialist
CEU Award Structure (ACI-Category 2: Leadership Roles)
Hours are tracked annually, the number of CEUs awarded depends on total hours volunteered in a given year:
|
Volunteer Hours |
CEUs |
Period |
|
30 or more hours |
4 |
Per year |
|
Fewer than 30 hours |
2 |
Per year |
|
Maximum |
15 |
3-year cap |
The value of our volunteers cannot be overstated. Foundation volunteers help carry out the mission of Trimedx Foundation by increasing capacity and expanding our reach. We can only accomplish our mission by partnering with talented people with a variety of skills. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, visit our website.
For more information about the CEU Credit Program, please contact missions@trimedxfoundation.org.