Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Guide

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• A product manufacturer might offer a workshop on the proper installation of a new building material — which could help bring you into compliance with a new building standard. You could apply for CPD points for this training under the Construction Technology competency. Training from a service provider, supplier, or manufacturer may qualify for CPD if it meets the following criteria: • Be a nationally recognized chain store, or an independent supplier or product manufacturer with an established market presence • Serve the construction market (not necessarily exclusively) • Employ staff who are knowledgeable in the products and can provide training • Provide training records to the participant (that are available to BC Housing upon request) You can find pre-approved training from suppliers or service providers through our Education Registry. You can also ask supply and service companies or industry organizations if they have training that would qualify for CPD. Contact our Licensing & Consumer Services branch for help if you’re unsure if the training is suitable. Documenting your training Documentation should be provided by the supplier/manufacturer or service provider, and must include the following:

You must keep all relevant materials related to your training for three years, and have this available if BC Housing asks. For more information, see page 20: Keeping Records and CPD Audits.

• The name of participant who completed the training • The name of the organization delivering the training • A description of the training • When the training took place • The learning method • The number of hours the participant attended

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CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) | A Guide for Licensed Residential Builders in British Columbia

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