The result is that everything does not get done, and we become burned out in the process. Such management course are rarely much fun, but Vahid's inimitable style should make this useful and enjoyable. Basically, our courses are not of sufficient duration to justify seeking CE accreditation. This is too great an expense for something that is not requested by members. None of the polled analytical managers mentioned CE as an issue in deciding whether to fund course attendance.
Industrial Hygienists are the only people attending analytical symposia who require certification.
The American Industrial Hygiene Association does not certify any external courses at this time. The American Board of Industrial Hygiene grants Certification Maintenance points to certain qualifying programs, such as attendance at an entire conference, or a course of longer duration.