What type of self-reported activities are likely to be audited?
Member activities are randomly selected throughout the year for review to ensure compliance. AIA/CES staff and/or the CES Audit/Review Committee members usually conduct audits. The CES Audit/Review Committee members and subject matter experts review program content. Activities that draw special attention to examiners are often self-reported. Almost any activity will be audited that reports unusually large amounts of LU Hours. Reported activities that could be interpreted as someone’s daily job and not new knowledge will be reviewed. Self-designed activity must demonstrate research or new knowledge to qualify for CES credit. When a member mixes several activities into one, such as a research project and attendance at a program, then report the activity on one self-report form, these are returned and not recorded. Each event must be reported separately to receive proper credit. Participation on a committee or board does not qualify for credit.
