RA 10912 Flashcards
What executive order institutionalized the CPE Programs in 1995?
Executive Order No. 266
- Fidel V. Ramos signed it
- PRC Resolution No. 381, it standardize the guidelines for implementing
CPE: continuing professional education
What law was enacted on December 5, 2000, reinforcing the implementation of CPE Programs?
RA 8981
main purpose: enhance the profession and maintain high professional, ethical, and technical standards.
What PRC resolution in 2004 standardized the procedure for implementing CPE Programs?
PRC Resolution No. 2004-179
What did PRC introduce in 2008 regarding professional education?
The Continuing Professional Education/Development (CPE/CPD) System.
What major change happened regarding CPD in 2008 and 2013
2008 – The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) revised its system and introduced the term Continuing Professional Education/Development (CPE/CPD).
2013 – PRC changed the name from CPE to CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
What is R.A. No. 10912, and when did it become law?
When did PRC Resolution No. 1032 take full effect?
The Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016, which made CPD mandatory for license renewal.
On March 15, 2017.
A Medical Technology Board resolution enforcing CPD for medical technologists, effective May 5, 2018
PRB Resolution No. 07, series of 2018
What did PRC Resolution No. 2019-1146 do?
It amended parts of the 2017 CPD rules.
[modified certain rules from the 2017 CPD guidelines to make them clearer, more effective, or more suitable for professionals.]
an act mandating and strengthening the continuing professional development program for all regulated professions, creating the continuing professional development council and appropriating funds therefore and for other related purposes
RA act no. 10912
[2 makes CPD mandatory for renewing professional licenses to ensure that professionals stay updated and improve in their fields]
title
section 1:
Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016
declaration policy
section 2:
promote and upgrade the practice of professions in the country
got will ensure professionals continuously improve their skills and based knowledge based on their international standards
briefly explain the 3 articles of RA 10916
article 1: title, policy and definition of terms
(section 1-3)
article 2: CPD programs, council and secretariat
(section 4-9)
article 3: CPD program implementation and monitoring
(section 10-13)
article 4: final provisions
(section 14-19)
refers to the formal or official approval granted to person, program and organization
Accreditation
[means getting official permission or recognition to do something. If a person, program, or organization is approved, it means they meet the required standards and are allowed to operate legally.]
AIPO/ APO
Accredited Integrated Professional Organization
Accredited Professional Organization
refers to the device that enables
comparisons of qualifications across ASEAN Member States.
AQRF (ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework)
refers to a regional arrangement entered into by the ASEAN Member States.
ASEAN MRA (Mutual Recognition Arrangement)
Ability that extends beyond the possession of knowledge and skill
Competence
[more than just knowledge and skills]
which includes:
* Cognitive (cognitive)
* Functional (practical skills)
* Personal
* Ethical competence
Refers to the inculcation of advanced knowledge, skills and multidisciplinary field of study, for assimilation into professional practice, self-directed research and/or lifelong learning
Continuing Professional Development
Refers to a body created to promote and ensure the continuous improvement of professionals accordance with national, regional and international standards of practice
CDP council
[group in charge of ensuring professionals continue learning and improving.]
The value of an amount of learning that can be transferred to a qualification achieved from formal, informal and nonformal learning setting
CPD credit unit
- credits can be accumulated to predetermined levels for the award of a qualification
[Points earned for learning activities (seminars, workshops, training, etc.), which count toward renewing a professional license.]
Refers to a set of learning activities accredited by the CPD Council
CPD Program
those are:
* Seminars
* Workshops
* Technical lectures or subject matter meetings
* Nondegree training lectures and
* Scientific meetings
* Modules
* Tours and visits
Natural or juridical person accredited by the CPD Council to conduct CPD Programs
CPD Provider
[A person or organization approved to conduct CPD programs.]
Educational arrangements such as curricular qualifications and teaching-learning requirements that take place in education and training institutions recognized by relevant national authorities, and which lead to diplomas and qualifications
Formal learning
[Traditional education (schools, universities) that leads to diplomas or degrees.]
Refers to learning that occurs in daily life assessed, through the recognition, validation and accreditation process, and which can contribute to a qualification
Informal learning
[Knowledge gained through daily life experiences, assessed through validation.]
Refer to what a learner can be expected to know, understand and/or demonstrate as a result of a learning experience
Learning outcomes
Refers to learning activities undertaken throughout life for the development of competencies and qualifications of the professional
Lifelong learning
[Knowledge gained through daily life experiences, assessed through validation.]
Learning that has been acquired in addition or alternatively to formal learning
Non-formal learning
[earning outside of formal schooling, like workshops or training programs.]
Refer to structured or unstructured learning initiatives, which make use of the internet and other web-based Information and Communications Technology solutions
Online learning activities
[Learning done via the internet, such as webinars or online courses.]
Refer to mechanisms that provide access to qualifications and assist professionals to move easily and readily between the different education and training sectors, and between these sectors, and the labor market, through the Philippine Credit Transfer System
Pathways and Equivalencies
[A system that allows professionals to move between different types of education and training easily.]
Refers to a person’s skills, knowledge and competencies that have been acquired through
* Work experience
* Training
* Independent study,
* Volunteer activities
* Hobbies
Prior learning
Prefers to a person who is registered and licensed to practice a regulated profession in the Philippines and who holds a valid Certificate of Registration and Professional Identification Card
Professional
[A licensed person who is legally allowed to practice their profession in the Philippines.]
Refers to a status gained after a person has been assessed to have achieved learning outcomes or competencies
Qualification
Refers to planned and systematic processes that provide confidence in the design, delivery and award of qualifications within an education and training system
Quality assurance
Learning activities such as:
* Online training
* local/international seminars
* Non-degree courses
* Institution/company-sponsored training programs
* …and the like, which did not undergo CPD accreditation but may be applied for and awarded CPD units by the respective CPD Council
Self-directed learning
strengthening the CPD program
section 4:
- Improve and update professionals’ skills and knowledge so they can perform better in their jobs. These must follow national and international standards like PQF, AQRF, and ASEAN MRAs.
- Ensure professionals meet global standards so they can advance in their careers and be recognized internationally.
- Develop a system to recognize different types of learning—whether from schools (formal), training programs (non-formal), or life/work experiences (informal).
- Make sure professionals maintain essential skills and learn new ones that match job market demands in the country and abroad.
- Acknowledge and support the role of professionals in helping society grow and contribute to the country’s economy.
[Improve professionals’ skills so they meet national and international standards.
Help professionals advance in their careers and stay competitive globally.
Make sure learning from formal, non-formal, and informal settings is recognized and credited.
Ensure professionals keep up with new skills and knowledge needed in the job market.
Acknowledge professionals’ role in helping the country’s economic and social growth.]
nature of CPD programs
section 5:
CPD programs include different ways of learning, from structured (organized) to unstructured (flexible) activities. These help professionals gain new knowledge and skills. The types of learning include:
- Formal learning – Education from schools, universities, and training institutions that lead to diplomas or certifications.
- Non-formal learning – Learning from workshops, seminars, and training programs outside traditional schools.
- Informal learning – Knowledge gained from everyday experiences, like problem-solving at work or self-improvement activities.
- Self-directed learning – Learning on your own, such as reading books, taking online courses, or attending non-accredited seminars.
- Online learning activities – Web-based learning, including virtual training, webinars, and e-learning courses.
- Professional work experience – Gaining skills and knowledge through on-the-job training and practical work experience.
[ CPD programs allow professionals to keep learning in different ways to stay updated and competitive in their field]
powers, functions and responsibilities of the PRC and the PRBs
section 6:
- Creating CPD Councils for each profession and setting rules for their operation.
- Reviewing and updating CPD programs to keep them relevant for professionals.
- Making official rules and procedures for how CPD programs should be implemented.
- Working with schools, government agencies, and other organizations to ensure CPD programs are effective.
- Collaborating with government agencies to create policies and systems that support CPD programs.
the CPD council
section 7:
Each CPD Council is supervised by the Professional Regulatory Board (PRB)
- responsible for managing CPD programs for a specific profession.
Composition of the CPD Council:
🔹 Chairperson
– A member of the PRB (Professional Regulatory Board).
🔹 First Member
– The president of the Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO/APO) of that profession.
🔹 Second Member
– The president or officer from the national organization of deans of colleges/universities that offer the course.
powers, functions and responsibilities of the CPD council
section 8:
Providing enough CPD programs that meet the needs of each profession.
Approving CPD providers and their programs by reviewing their applications.
Checking and evaluating CPD programs to ensure they are properly implemented.
Updating the accreditation requirements for CPD providers and programs regularly.
Creating a system to validate and recognize CPD programs.
Conducting research and comparing programs internationally to ensure alignment with global standards.
Making official rules and guidelines (with approval from PRC and PRB) for CPD program operations.
Handling other tasks needed to successfully implement CPD programs.
secretariat
section 9:
Secretariat is established at the PRC Central and Regional Offices to help manage CPD programs
🔹 Their job is to provide technical, administrative, and operational support to the CPD Councils and Professional Regulatory Boards (PRBs).
🔹 They assist in organizing, coordinating, and ensuring the smooth implementation of CPD programs.
[helps CPD Councils and PRBs run CPD programs efficiently by handling administrative tasks.]
CPD as mandatory requirements in the renewal of professional license
section 10:
renew a professional license, professionals must complete CPD credit units (CU).
🔹 Initially, 15 credit units (CUs) were required, but the PRC waived the requirement until 2020.
🔹 PRC Resolution No. 2019-1146 made some exemptions:
Overseas workers don’t need CPD for license renewal.
Newly licensed professionals don’t need CPD for their first renewal.
The required CPD units were reduced to a maximum of 15 CUs during the transition period.
Medical Technologists (RMTs) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs), the CPD unit requirement was adjusted:
RMTs: 15 CUs
MLTs: 10 CUs
Senior citizens/PWDs:
RMTs: 12 CUs
MLTs: 8 CUs
*The transition period will end once all conditions are met and PRC fully enforces the CPD Act of 2016.
[CU - credit units]
What happens to CPD credit units once earned?
an be accumulated and transferred for future use.
Who is responsible for creating career progression and specialization programs?
RC and PRBs, in consultation with AIPO/APO, CSC, government agencies, and industry stakeholders.
what is the goal of the Career Progression and Specialization Program?
To help professionals advance in their careers and gain expertise in specialized fields.
Why is CPD important for career growth?
ensures professionals continue learning, improve skills, and align with industry standards.
Who must include CPD in their training programs?
Government agencies and private companies employing professionals.
Where does the funding for CPD programs come from?
Government funds, included in PRC programs.
How long does PRC have to create the CPD rules and regulations?
6 months after the law takes effect.
What happens if someone commits fraud in CPD compliance?
punished under existing laws like the Revised Penal Code.
What is the purpose of the separability clause?
If one part of the law is invalid, the rest still applies.
What does the repealing clause do?
It removes old laws that conflict with the CPD Act.
When does the CPD Act take effect?
After publication in the Official Gazette or major newspapers.
Section 17.
Section 18.
Section 19.
Section 17. Separability Clause
Section 18. Repealing Clause
Section 19. Effectivity
