A CEU is a standard measure used to quantify participation in continuing education programs.
Basic Rule
- 1 CEU = 10 contact hours of participation
- So, CEU is always based on actual instructional time
Formula
CEU = Total Contact Hours / 10
Example
If a program has:
- 25 contact hours
Then:
CEU = 25 / 10 = 2.5 CEU
Key Points
- Only structured learning time counts (lectures, workshops, training)
- Breaks, meals, and informal sessions are not included
- Must be properly documented for accreditation bodies
Quick Reference Table
| Contact Hours | CEU |
| 10 hours | 1.0 |
| 20 hours | 2.0 |
| 35 hours | 3.5 |
| 50 hours | 5.0 |
