FAQs

EthosCE Learner Portal 

How do I access the EthosCE Portal?

The EthosCE portal is compatible with most modern web browsers (such as Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari). Note: The EthosCE portal can also be accessed with mobile devices. 

URL: cme.smhs.gwu.edu 

I do not have an EthosCE Portal learner account. How do I get one?

To create/update an EthosCE learner account:

  1. Visit cme.smhs.gwu.edu

  2. Click “Register” in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.

  3. Complete all required profile fields (marked with a red asterisk). We recommend using your email address as your username.

  4. Enter your 10-digit mobile phone number (excluding any dashes, parentheses, or spaces)

  5. Click “Create New Account” when complete.

Can I claim CE credit without an EthosCE Portal learner account?

If you would like to receive CE credit for participating in an accredited CE activity, you must have an active EthosCE learner account. 

What should I do if I forget my EthosCE learner account password?

If you forget your EthosCE learner account password, follow these steps to reset it:

  1. Go to the EthosCE login page: cme.smhs.gwu.edu/user/password

  2. Click on the “Forgot Password?” link.

  3. Enter the email address associated with your account.

  4. Answer the CAPTCHA question.

  5. Check your email for a password reset link and follow the instructions provided.

If you encounter any issues or do not receive the reset email, please contact the EthosCE support team at (267) 234-7400 for further assistance.

How do I access my CE Transcript/Certificate?

To access your CE Transcript in your EthosCE learner account, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to the “Completed Activities tab” in your EthosCE learner account: http://cme.smhs.gwu.edu/my/activities.

  2. Your completed activities will display, along with any CE credit earned, and a link to download a certificate, if available.

  3. You can download a certificate for a single activity or a transcript for a listing of activities.

Please note: If you are missing an activity, please check your “Pending Activities” tab for any activities that you have not completed the credit claim requirements for.

Can I upload CE transcripts/certificates that I have earned from other organizations to my EthosCE learner account?

Yes, you can upload CE transcripts and certificates from other organizations to your EthosCE learner account. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to: http://cme.smhs.gwu.edu/my/activities

  2. Select the “External Credits” tab.

  3. Select the option to “Add credits”.

  4. Complete the required information and upload the file.

  5. Click “Save” and the external credit will be added to your transcript.

How do I claim CE credit?

Participants in GW’s accredited CE activities will receive CE credit upon verification of attendance and completion of all activity completion requirements.

  1. Verify your attendance via the activity code.

  • At the conclusion of the activity, a unique activity code will be announced. 

  • There are two ways to verify your attendance with the activity code:


    • SMS Text Message - Text the activity code to (202) 902-9966 (We suggest that you add this number to your mobile phone contacts)

    • Via Online URL -  https://cme.smhs.gwu.edu/code
  1. After verifying your attendance, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to access the activity evaluation. You may also access the evaluation through the “Pending Activities Tab” of your EthosCE learner account. 
  2. Complete the evaluation prior to the activity expiration date.
  3. Once the evaluation has been completed, the system will display the type of credit associated with your specific discipline along with a link to download your CE certificate.

Questions/Assistance 

I need assistance with the credit claim process, who should I contact?

If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the CEHP Office: