As far as the continuing ed goes, our goal is to accept what others accept.  Meaning, if it is a class/seminar accepted by any land title association, bar association, notary association, insurance company for underwriters, surveyors associations, then we too will accept it.  Each class you would attend will provide you with a certificate of completion, in which you would submit a copy of it with your renewal application.  If there is a specific class you are unsure if we would accept, just email or call us.  Give us the info and we will check it out.
Hope that helps.