Education Corner - Summer 2026

CE Deadline Approaching: Report Your Credits Early to Stay on Track

As summer winds down, so does the current National IRES Continuing Education (NICE) Program compliance period. Whether you’ve already completed your continuing education (CE) activities or still have a few credits left to earn, now is the ideal time to review your progress and submit your CE.

Key Deadlines

• August 31 - Deadline to complete all CE for the current compliance period

• September 30 - Deadline to submit all CE credits to IRES

Submitting early helps ensure your credits are processed smoothly and gives you time to correct any issues before deadlines arrive. Early reporting also gives you a clear view of your progress toward the 15 credit requirement and helps you:

• Confirm your credits were accepted

• Resolve any submission errors before deadlines

• Avoid the end of September rush

• Keep your transcript accurate and up to date

Extension Requests

Requesting an extension under the NICE Program is an option for members who, due to unexpected circumstances, are unable to complete the required 15 CE credits by the August 31st deadline. If you anticipate falling short, you may apply for a one-year extension, which provides additional time—through the end of the next compliance period—to earn the credits needed for both years. Extension requests must be submitted before September 1st, and approval is not automatic; you’ll be asked to provide a brief explanation of why the extra time is needed.

If you have questions about CE requirements, how to submit your credits, or how to request an extension, please consult the NICE Program Manual or reach out to the IRES office.

News From LOMA

LOMA has officially launched an enhanced version of LOMA 281: Meeting Customer Needs with Insurance and Annuities, bringing a refreshed learning experience. Effective July 1, 2026, the updated course continues to deliver the strong foundational knowledge learners rely on in a modern design to make concepts more engaging, more relevant, and more connected to real-world work.

What This Means for Current and Future Learners

To ensure a smooth transition, learners who enrolled before July 1, 2026, will keep full access to the original course for their entire six-month enrollment period. Anyone enrolling on or after July 1 will automatically be placed into the revised version.

Want to Learn More?

LOMA has published additional details and answers to common questions in their updated FAQs.

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Jo LeDuc, CIE, MCM, CPCU, FLMI, AIDA, APIR, is a member of and a past President of the Insurance Regulatory Examiners Society (IRES). She has an M.B.A. and a B.S. in Business Administration. In addition, she has earned the CIE (Certified Insurance Examiner), MCM (Market Conduct Management), CPCU (Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter), FLMI (Fellow, Life Management Institute), AIRC (Associate, Insurance Regulatory Compliance), AIC (Associate in Claims), Associate in Insurance Data Analytics (AIDA) and API (Associate in Personal Insurance) designations.