Continuing Education Credit
for AAEME Programs.
AAEME paid certification programs carry accredited continuing education credit. Physicians earn AAFP-accredited CME credits on paid courses and certification exams, and Nevada-licensed chiropractors earn CE hours on the paid courses.
How CME and CEU Credit Works at AAEME
AAEME's three paid courses, the AMA Guides 5th Edition Advanced, the Nevada IR Stress Disorders Seminar, and the Neuro-Psych IR Seminar, each earn 8 AAFP-accredited CME credits, plus 8 CE hours for Nevada-licensed chiropractors. The NIRSAT and CIRS 5th Edition certification exams each earn 4 CME credits. CE credit for DCs is offered on the paid courses only, never on exams, and only for Nevada-licensed DCs.
CME credit for the CIRS 6th Edition exam is pending and will be listed here once confirmed. All other paid courses and exams carry the credit described below.
CME credit through AAFP
AAEME's continuing medical education credit is accredited through the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), one of the most widely accepted CME accreditors in the United States. Each of the three paid courses earns 8 CME credits, and the NIRSAT and CIRS 5th Edition exams each earn 4 CME credits. AAFP-accredited CME credit is recognized across specialty boards, hospital privileging, and state medical board requirements nationwide.
CE credit for Nevada-licensed DCs
Nevada-licensed chiropractors earn 8 CE hours on each of the three paid courses: the AMA Guides 5th Edition Advanced, the Nevada IR Stress Disorders Seminar, and the Neuro-Psych IR Seminar. CE credit for DCs is offered on the paid courses only; the certification exams do not carry CE credit, and CE is not available for DCs licensed outside Nevada.
How to Receive Credit for an AAEME Program
The credit process for AAEME courses is straightforward. Credit is issued upon successful completion of the course and, where applicable, a passing score on the associated certification exam. It is documented on the certificate of completion.
- 01 Enroll in the course
CME and CEU credit eligibility is listed on each course's enrollment page. Paid courses include credit eligibility in the enrollment fee.
- 02 Complete the course requirements
Coursework is completed online and self-paced. Some programs include a certification examination. Credit is contingent on successful completion of all program requirements.
- 03 Receive your certificate
Certificates are issued upon completion and document the credit hours earned, the accrediting body, and the AAEME program completed. Certificates serve as the official record for licensure renewal, hospital credentialing, and specialty board reporting.
- 04 Submit credit to your licensing body
Submission of CME or CEU credit to your state board, specialty board, or licensing authority follows that body's standard process. AAEME certificates contain the documentation required for self-reporting.
Credit for Nurses, PTs, OTs, and PA-Cs
AAEME's primary audience is physicians, but the curriculum is open to and used by other licensed healthcare professionals. Credit pathways for non-physician healthcare providers vary by profession and by state. AAEME is exploring accreditation options for the most commonly enrolled professional categories.
National nursing CEU accreditation is being explored for AAEME courses, which would satisfy continuing education requirements for nurses across most state nursing boards.
ExploringMost state PT and OT licensing boards accept continuing education accredited through other recognized bodies. AAEME certificates document the accrediting body and credit hours, which therapists can submit through their state board's standard self-reporting process.
ExploringPA-Cs may use AAEME-issued continuing education credit toward NCCPA certification maintenance requirements, depending on the credit category designation. Specific eligibility is confirmed on each course's enrollment page.
ExploringOther professionals enrolled in AAEME programs receive a certificate of completion documenting the program, the credit hours, and the accrediting body. Credit acceptance is subject to the requirements of each profession's licensing authority.
Case by caseCME/CEU and Free Foundations Courses
CME and CEU credit is offered on AAEME's paid certification courses and exams only. The free IR Eval Fundamentals library is open educational content with no credit pathway attached. This keeps the Foundations library genuinely free and removes the per-learner accreditation fees that would otherwise need to be passed on.
CME and CEU credit eligibility is included in the enrollment fee. No separate processing fee.
The free Foundations library is open to any licensed provider with a free AAEME account. CME/CEU credit is not offered on these courses. If you need formal continuing education credit, see our certification courses.
Common Questions About AAEME Credit
Direct answers to the questions physicians and other healthcare professionals most often ask about CME and CEU credit for AAEME programs. Specific credit hour totals and accrediting body designations are always confirmed on each course's enrollment page.
Are AAEME courses currently accredited for CME credit?
Yes. AAEME's paid courses and certification exams carry CME credit accredited through the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). The three paid courses each earn 8 CME credits, and the NIRSAT and CIRS 5th Edition exams each earn 4 CME credits. CME credit for the CIRS 6th Edition exam is pending and will be announced once confirmed.
Why AAFP and not a different CME accreditor?
The American Academy of Family Physicians is one of the most widely accepted CME accreditors in the United States. AAFP-accredited credit is recognized across specialty boards, state medical board renewal requirements, and hospital privileging processes. For physicians, the practical question is whether their licensing authority and specialty board will accept the credit; AAFP accreditation answers that across the broadest possible range of contexts.
Will the CME credit count toward my specialty board requirements?
AAFP-accredited CME credit is generally accepted by specialty boards across medicine, including the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) member boards. Specific category designation and acceptance depend on each board's current rules. Physicians should confirm acceptance with their specialty board's continuing certification requirements before relying on any single source for compliance.
How are chiropractors covered for CE credit?
Nevada-licensed DCs earn 8 CE hours on each of the three paid courses: the AMA Guides 5th Edition Advanced, the Nevada IR Stress Disorders Seminar, and the Neuro-Psych IR Seminar. CE credit for DCs is offered on the paid courses only, not on the certification exams, and is not available for DCs licensed outside Nevada.
I'm a nurse, PT, OT, or PA-C; can I take AAEME courses?
Yes. AAEME courses are open to all licensed healthcare professionals regardless of profession. Credit pathways for non-physician professionals vary by profession and by state, and AAEME is exploring formal accreditation options for the most commonly enrolled categories. Most state PT, OT, and PA-C licensing boards accept continuing education accredited through other recognized bodies via self-reporting, using the certificate of completion AAEME issues.
Can I get CME or CEU credit for the free Foundations courses?
No. CME and CEU credit are not offered on the free IR Eval Fundamentals library. The Foundations library is intentionally open educational content. If you need formal continuing education credit, AAEME's paid certification courses include credit eligibility in the enrollment fee.
Are paid courses and exams credit-eligible automatically?
Yes. CME credit, and CE credit for Nevada-licensed DCs on the paid courses, is included in the enrollment fee. There is no separate processing fee for credit on paid programs. Credit hour totals and accrediting body designations are listed on each course's enrollment page.
How do I submit my AAEME credit to my licensing board?
Each licensing board has its own self-reporting process for continuing education credit. AAEME issues a certificate of completion documenting the program completed, the credit hours earned, and the accrediting body. The certificate contains the documentation most boards require. Submission methods, deadlines, and any additional requirements are determined by each licensing authority.
Questions About Credit for a Specific Course?
Each course's enrollment page lists current credit eligibility, accrediting body, and credit hours. For questions about a program's credit status, use our contact form.