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Continuing Education

ARA provides you with the opportunity to earn the industry's prized badges of distinction, the designations of Certified Recognition Specialist (CRS) and Certified Recognition Master (CRM).

To acquire your CRS or CRM you need to first enroll in the Certification Program. Follow these simple steps. To register, download the Certification Program brochure. This explains how you can start accumulating certified education units (CEUs), the credit hours you need to earn your CRS or CRM. Complete the enrollment form at the back of the brochure and return it by:

• Mail (c/o ARA Education Manager, ARA, 4700 W. Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025-1485) or
• Fax (877/ 734-9380) or
• Email it directly to dweinstock@connect2amc.com

The primary way to earn your CEU credits is by taking seminars at ARA award shows throughout the year. A variety of useful sessions are offered that will help you develop your technical knowledge, your understanding of business operations and management, and your sales and marketing skills. Enroll now in the ARA Certification Program and strengthen your business potential, increase recognition and respect from your customers by acquiring the CRS or CRM title, and further expand your connections within the awards and recognition industry.

For further information about the Certification Program, you can also contact ARA at 800/344-2148 or contact Daniel Weinstock, Manager of Education, at dweinstock@connect2amc.com.