PPAI Advance Skills Challenge

How To Enter

The PPAI Advance Skills Challenge is a technical skills initiative that assesses the practical application of learning and demonstrates proficiency in new competencies gained within our online learning platform. The information on this page is a summary only—and the Official Rules govern in all respects and control in the event of any conflict.

Contest Highlights:

    • The Contest begins on September 14, 2026, 12:01:00 AM and ends on November 16, 2026, 11:59:00 PM (“Contest Period”). All times are in Central Time Zone. Contestants not located in Central Time Zone must factor in time difference. PPAI, the Sponsor, will be the official timekeeper for the Contest.
    • Complete 15 or more CEUs and score 100% on your first attempt for each course or assignment. Once a Contestant begins a course, the Contestant must complete the course on the initial attempt in order to remain eligible for the Contest prize.
    • Up to 25 of the Highest-Ranking Course Scorers will be eligible to win two (2) free nights at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino during The PPAI Expo 2027. A “Highest-Ranking Course Scorer” is a qualified Contestant who earns a score of 100% upon the initial completion of all quiz or assignments of a minimum of fifteen (15) CEUs.
    • If more than 25 contestants qualify, prizes will be awarded to those who reached the Highest-Ranking Course Scorer goal first based on the date and time they completed them. Rooms may only be used during dates January 10-14, 2027. PPAI will contact Winning Contestants to help arrange their bookings. The PPAI Expo begins with PPAI Advance at Expo on January 11, followed by Exhibits January 12-14, 2027.
    • Start the Challenge and gain access by logging into the learning platform with Contestant’s username and password.
      • Once logged into the PPAI Advance learning platform, contestants may select any eligible course from the course catalog.
      • To view eligible courses, select Available for Registration under the Display Courses menu.
      • Select the course, add it to cart and confirm. The course will then be visible in the Contestant’s dashboard.
      • A detailed step by step guide and FAQs are located here
    • Eligibility: The Contest is open to individuals who are (1) residents of the United States of America or its territories; (2) at least 21 years of age at the time of entry; and (3) are listed on a membership roster of a PPAI member in good standing with PPAI.
    • By entering, participants agree to follow the official contest rules and all applicable laws. No element of chance determines any outcome under the official contest rules.
    • PPAI Contribution to PPEF: For each person that completes any of their certifications offered through Sponsor during the Advance Skill Challenge Contest Period, PPAI will donate 20% of the published certification fee to the Promotional Products Education Foundation, a nonprofit corporation affiliated with Sponsor and organized as an organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Such contribution will be made in the name of the Contestant. Sponsor makes no and disclaims any representation that such contribution will constitute a tax-deductible charitable contribution made by the Contestant. Each Contestant must seek its own professional tax counsel, as each Contestant may decide.