SRCUS now joins the Madison school of America’s Credit Unions’ Management School program in offering the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) designation! Review these frequently asked questions to learn more about this hallmark of professional credit union achievement or contact us for more details.

What is the CCUE designation?

America’s Credit Unions instituted the CCUE designation for credit union staff looking to gain the knowledge and experience needed to advance their careers in management and business operations.

Through an assessment by the American Council on Education (ACE), it was determined that SRCUS’ Southeast Management School qualifies for nine ACE Credits® in addition to the CCUE designation. ACE is the major coordinating body for all the nation's higher education institutions, representing more than 1,600 college and universities, related associations, and other organizations in the U.S. and abroad.

How do I earn the certification as a current or prospective student of SRCUS?

Attend and complete all coursework and testing for all three years of Southeast Management School. A passing grade is required to earn the designation and accompanying ACE Credits®.

How do I earn the certification as a past graduate of SRCUS?

More detailed information will be provided soon for past graduates seeking this certification. The process in development will likely involve an on-campus refresher course and testing at cost. Contact us for more details.

What are ACE Credits® good for?

There are thousands of colleges and universities that accept ACE Credits® towards a degree or certificate. Whatever college you choose for your continuing education, we strongly advise speaking with a student advisor or a registrar to learn how the credits you earn through this program will transfer. ACE has additional resources and guidance to help you in this process on its website here.

Is there an additional cost to earn this certification?

Not for incoming students as of 2025. Your paid tuition to SRCUS’ Southeast Management School includes all coursework and testing materials. Past graduates of SRCUS that have not yet acquired the CCUE designation can expect an additional cost to complete necessary programming and testing.

Do I have to recertify to maintain this designation?

No. There’s no recertification process required to maintain your CCUE designation. Likewise, the ACE Credits® you earn are yours to keep and do not expire.

What type of testing and preparation is required to earn this certification?

Testing to earn this certification and ACE Credits® is completed online and is a series of multiple choice questions. Students that remain engaged and complete ongoing assignments throughout the course of this program will be knowledgeable and prepared for testing.

Equipment requirements: As usual for any student attending SRCUS, you will need to bring a laptop or smart tablet with you on campus to complete coursework and testing.

Who administers the testing for this school?

Testing is completed online through SRCUS’ learning management system (LMS) and managed by the academic staff of Southeast Management School.

Is there accessibility assistance in the testing process?

Students that require accessibility assistance should notify SRCUS staff at least two weeks before arriving for school so accommodations can be made. Accommodations can include quiet testing locations and distraction-free rooms, extended test-taking time, or providing reading or scribe services.

CCUE FAQ: Everything You Need to Know