How long must a CE provider retain participant completion records after a course is completed?

A continuing education (CE) provider is required to retain participant completion records for three years after the completion of a course. This retention period is crucial because it ensures that accurate documentation is available for verification of a participant’s educational credits if needed, such as during audits or when participants are seeking to demonstrate compliance with professional development requirements.

Retaining the records for this duration strikes a balance between facilitating accountability and minimizing the administrative burden on providers. It allows ample time for any questions or disputes regarding the training to be addressed effectively. This is particularly pertinent for Texas Certified Shorthand Reporters (CSRs), as maintaining proper documentation is key to complying with licensing and certification requirements mandated by the JBCC.

The other options overshoot or undershoot the necessary retention time, failing to align with the established regulations regarding CE documentation for professional practice in Texas. Therefore, the requirement for a three-year retention period stands as the correct guideline for CE providers.