Frequently Asked Questions

Career Schools Private Education Network

CSPEN’s mission is to provide post-secondary educational institutions with access to resources and information designed to assist the institutional community in achieving compliance with state and federal legislative requirements and regulatory requirements and supporting students futures through the promotion of student access, completion, and successful entry into the occupational discipline and career of each student’s choosing.

CSPEN helps to achieve this mission by providing an array of tools, including publication and dissemination of the latest news and events at federal and targeted state levels, presentation of innovative webinars, videos, and thought-provoking blogs, as well as direct access to leading experts in curriculum development, student support services, financial literacy, and more.

Here are a few frequently asked questions about CSPEN:

How do I become a member with CSPEN?

At CSPEN everyone is welcome, you do not have to be a member to participate in our active exchange of information.

I wish to support CSPEN. How do I do that?

Thank you for your support of CSPEN! Simply visit our donation page and the QR Code will take you directly to PayPal to make your donation. You can also contact Jeri about your donation.

Is my donation to CSPEN tax-deductible?

Yes, CSPEN is a 501(c)3 charitable organization recognized by the IRS.

Is CSPEN’s name Central States Private Education Network or Career Schools Private Education Network?

CSPEN’s registered name is Central States Private Education Network, but does business as Career Schools Private Education Network. We are transitioning to the second name as paperwork is processed.

I received your last CSPEN Update email as a forward. How do I sign up for your emails?

It’s simple. Email Jeri or Jeanine with your request to be added to the email list.

I’m a vendor and want to exhibit at the CSPEN events. I do not see a link on your website for vendor registration.

Exhibiting space at CSPEN events is limited. Please contact Jeri about exhibiting opportunities.

I have information I would like to share in a webinar on CSPEN. How do I do that?

Please contact Tom or Jeri for vetting of information and scheduling.

I would like to speak at the CSPEN Annual Conference. How do I do that?

Please contact Jeri for complete information on participating at the Annual Conference.

I have registered for a CSPEN event. May I get a refund if I can not attend?

Registration refunds are determined on a case by case basis. All refund requests must be submitted 30 days in advance of the event.

Is CSPEN part of CECU?

CSPEN and CECU are separate entities, both representing schools nationwide.