Board Certification School 2026
Board Certification School 2026
Overview
Lead with confidence. Govern with purpose.
Be prepared to navigate challenges in the boardroom and collaborate on the tough decisions that move your credit union forward. At Board Certification School, industry experts will guide you through all the essentials of your role, culminating in the chance to earn your Certified Credit Union Board Member (CCUB) designation by passing the end-of-school exam. You'll come away equipped with a solid understanding of vital knowledge to use in every step of your board journey.
Session topics
- Finance fundamentals
- Board governance
- Strategic planning and oversight
- Board operations and development
- Compliance fundamentals
Who should attend
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Schedule
Stay tuned! The final 2026 schedule will be shared closer to the event.
Below, check out the 2025 schedule.
*The full event schedule is available as a PDF and can be downloaded from your browser.
**Schedule is subject to change
Pricing & Registration
Early bird price until April 15, 2026
Members in multiple categories receive the lowest price.
Member discounts
All credit unions are invited to register for this event. Members receive a significant discount.
Additional discounts available to member credit unions:
- Less than $50 million in assets save 20%
- Council members save 25%
- League staff save 20%
- Multi-Attendee discount - Register four attendees and get the 5th free
Please include all registrations in the same order for the discount to apply
Only one discount can be applied per registration. If a registration qualifies for more than one discount, the highest-value discount will be applied.
Other non-credit union attendees should contact us to confirm eligibility.
Need help accessing member pricing? Contact 800-356-9655 or hello@americascreditunions.org.
Hotel & Travel
Recommended travelArrive: Sunday, June 14. Sessions will begin on the morning of Monday, June 15. Depart: Event concludes Wednesday, June 17 Nearest airport: CLE |
A historic hotel nestled in the heart of downtown Cleveland, the Hotel Cleveland is within steps of Public Square and Tower City Center, and just a short walk away from iconic Cleveland places, including Lake Erie, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Progressive Field, and Playhouse Square.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel Cleveland
24 Public Sq
Cleveland, OH 44113
216-696-5600
Hotel Reservation: 216-696-5600
Room Rate: $239+ taxes & fees
Hotel reservation deadline: May 12, 2026
*Room rates and availability cannot be guaranteed. Rooms may be sold out prior to the reservation deadline, so make your reservations early! Room reservations and fees are the responsibility of the registrant. To claim this room rate, call for reservations and reference America's Credit Unions.
BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Discounted airfare through our airline partners:
Delta Airlines
- Book online here
- Call to book: (800) 328-1111 (Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET) and use code NY3XT
United Airlines
- Book online here
- Call to book: (800) 426-1122 (Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET) and use code ZR7G651311
Attendee Info
Code of Conduct
We want everyone's event experience to be welcoming, respectful, and safe.
Cancellations
All cancellations must be received in writing. Please explain the cancellation briefly and submit it via email to hello@americascreditunions.org. Cancellations received more than 30 days before the event are subject to a 25% administrative fee on the order total. No refunds will be granted for cancellations received on or after 30 days before the event. Substitutions are accepted before the start of the program. Additional costs may apply. Please provide the event name, current participant name, and new participant name to hello@americascreditunions.org.
