Continuing Education Requirements for Credentialed Actuaries

CE Requirements

Credentialed actuaries (ASA, FSA, ACAS, FCAS) must complete continuing education to maintain their credentials and meet qualification standards. The U.S. Qualification Standards require a minimum number of continuing education hours, including specific requirements for professionalism topics. Requirements are typically measured over rolling two-year periods. Activities that qualify include attending seminars and webinars, completing self-study courses, writing papers, and attending professional meetings.

Meeting Your Requirements

Plan your continuing education early in each cycle rather than scrambling at the end. Employer-sponsored training, industry conferences, and SOA or CAS webinars are convenient options. Many activities that are part of your normal professional development already count toward CE requirements. Document your activities carefully, including dates, topics, and hours. The SOA and CAS provide online systems for tracking and reporting CE compliance. Non-compliance can result in loss of credential status, so treat CE requirements as an ongoing professional obligation rather than an afterthought.