Disney Institute

At the Disney Institute we deliver world-class programming utilizing classroom learning, professional facilitators, behind-the-scenes field experiences, and unique presentations by Walt Disney World leadership. Our educational programs provide industry professionals with creative business solutions, and are designed to inspire and motivate attendees. Most importantly, they are officially recognized by several respected organizations that govern accreditation.

Only at the Walt Disney World^® Resort and Disneyland^® Resort can you participate in renowned Disney Institute Professional Development programs and receive nationally recognized continuing education credit.

The Disney Institute is proud to offer accredited programming through joint-sponsorships with organizations such as the Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower, the American College of Healthcare Executives, the Human Resource Certification Institute and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy.

Continuing Medical Education (CME) for Physicians
& Contact Hours for Nurses
Included in our world-renowned professional development programs are courses designed to help physicians and nurses improve patient care through workplace efficiency. These programs are designed to discuss the crucial role played by communication, consideration, caring, and accountability. The Annenberg Center for Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians, and is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing to provide contact hours for nurses.

Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
The Walt Disney World Approach to HR Management Seminar, approved for 2.1 continuing education units (CEU's), is a program designed with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for professionals striving to build a work environment that stimulates interest, commitment, quality, productivity, and "unity of purpose" among their staffs. Our program is approved for recertification credits through the Human Resource Certification Institute for Professionals in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professionals in Human Resources (SPHR).

American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)
The Disney Institute is authorized to award ACHE Category II continuing education credit for each contact hour of educational programming. Education credit can be applied toward advancement, or recertification, in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
(NASBA - CPE credit)
The Disney Institute is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.