• Curriculum summary of maximum two pages.
• Official nomination letter addressed to the Director of CIESS, Mtro. Emanuel de Araújo Dantas, indicating the type of scholarship (100% or 50%). It must be presented on letterhead and signed by the competent authority of the institution (only management positions are accepted), either the representative or the person expressly delegated before the CIESS Directorate. One or more people can be included in the same letter. You can download a nomination letter template here.
• Current official photo ID, such as a voter ID card, passport, or professional license. For foreigners, a passport or DNI (National Identity Document) or Personal Identification Card is required.
• Complete the pre-registration at the following link: Online Registration.

• Letter of intent addressed to the Director of CIESS, Dr. Emilio Carrasco González, expressing interest in participating in the activity and committing to cover the total cost on the indicated date.
• Curriculum summary or CV of maximum two pages.
• Current official photo ID, such as a voter ID card, passport, or professional license. For foreigners, a passport or DNI (National Identity Document) or Personal Identification Card is required.
• Complete the pre-registration at the following link: Online Registration.

The enrollment deadline is one month before the start of the academic activity. Registration will close earlier if the maximum capacity is reached.

All documents must be sent in a single email to inscripciones@ciess.org, making sure to include each of the requested requirements.

Academic Activities

*Scholarships do not apply.

Online Diplomas (120 hours)

Diplomas with On-site Closing

Officials from member institutions of the Inter-American Conference on Social Security can access 100% and 50% scholarships on tuition, in accordance with Title VII of the CISS Financial Regulations.

No, scholarships are only available to staff from member institutions affiliated with the CISS.

To find out if your institution is affiliated, consult with one of our advisors via WhatsApp: Contact advisor

For Mexicans:
Payment is made in Mexican pesos, calculated at the current exchange rate of the US dollar at the time of the transaction. Accepted payment methods are:

• Bank transfer.
• Bank deposit.
• Credit or debit card (only at CISS facilities).

For Foreigners:
Payment must be made in US dollars. Accepted payment methods are:

• Bank transfer.

To request a scholarship, please contact your institution's training department; they will provide you with the information and steps necessary to start the process.

Online activities:

• Tuition.

Blended/Semi-presential activities:

• Tuition.
• Lodging.
• Meals.

ℹ️ The scholarship does not include educational materials or technological resources.

No, in these cases the total cost of the activity must be paid.

The payment deadline and banking details will be indicated in your acceptance letter.

Once payment is made, you must send the copy issued by the bank to the email: noemi.martinez@ciss-bienestar.org

Yes, as a foreigner you can make the payment directly at the CISS facilities; however, you must do so by credit card and the amount will be charged in Mexican pesos calculated at the current exchange rate.

Activity schedules vary according to the academic program and include mandatory Zoom sessions at pre-established times.

At the CIESS headquarters, located at Calle San Ramón s/n, Col. San Jerónimo Lídice, Alcaldía La Magdalena Contreras, Mexico City.

You can use the lodging service from 24 hours before the start of the activity until 24 hours after its completion. If you require an additional night, please contact us. This additional night must be paid directly at the facilities with a credit card (exclusively) in Mexican pesos. The hotel does not have a strict check-in or check-out time.

No, our facilities are for the exclusive use of participants.

We do not offer transfer services between the airport and CIESS or between the bus station and CIESS. We recommend using the authorized taxi services available at the airport or bus stations.

At the 'Benito Juárez' International Airport, there are modules to hire authorized taxis. The approximate cost of transfer is 19 to 25 USD or between $420 and $550 Mexican pesos. It is recommended to carry fractional dollars or Mexican pesos for convenience.

During the on-site phase, breakfast and lunch are included from Monday to Friday. If you require any menu adjustments (vegetarian diet or allergies), please let us know in advance. Airfare is not included.

In the Module Resources section, located within the module you are taking. You will find the recordings for each session there.

In the Module Resources section, located within the module you are taking. You will find the presentations for each session there.

Within the platform, on the top left side, there is an icon in the shape of a book. If you enter there, you will be able to see the breakdown of your grades by activity and by module.

Once activities have closed, it is not possible to re-enable them. It is important that you review the opening and closing dates for each activity to avoid inconveniences.

If you have a medical condition, you must send an email to Denisse Arellano at denisse.arellano@ciss-bienestar.org, explaining the situation and attaching medical evidence.

If you have a work commitment, you must send an email to Denisse Arellano at denisse.arellano@ciss-bienestar.org, explaining the situation and attaching a letter signed and stamped by your employer.

Within each corresponding module you will find the link assigned to each session. They are all different, so you must make sure to enter the correct link. You can also find them in the calendar icon, located at the top left within the platform.

For subsequent modules to be activated, it is necessary to complete all activities assigned in the module you are currently taking, including the perception survey. Once answered, the next module will activate within minutes.

• For online activities, the certificate will be delivered electronically approximately 30 days after completion and verification that you met the necessary requirements for accreditation and have no outstanding debts.
• In blended activities, the certificate will be delivered during the closing of the on-site phase.