CPD - your commitment to your profession, yourself and your customers.

'Learning is not compulsory. Neither is survival.'  W. Edward Deming. It's a good point, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) might not be compulsory, but you're risking your business if you don't keep up with industry trends, business know-how and regulatory changes. So, if you're interested in really growing your business, developing your client base and improving the quality of your work, then CPD is something you can't ignore.

What is CPD?

Continuing Professional Development are learning or interactive activities undertaken by Registered Building Practitioners (RBP) throughout the year. The activities assist you  the RBP, to keep up to date with the latest technologies, products or legislative changes.  Order the CPD program infomation booklet below.

What are CPD Activities?

Group 1	Group 2
Structured or formal activities which generally involve some level of assessment	Hands-on activities such as reading, supervising or belonging to an assoicaiton
Industry based education Attending seminars/workshops Short courses University education Vocational training Information sessions Trade sessions Industry conferences Structured on-the-job training	Meetings Committee representation Discussion groups Mentoring Lecturing Article preparations Private/Individual studies Apprentice supervisor Service to the Industry Subscription to the Building Code of Australia Membership of industry association/professional institute

Earning CPD Points

One hour of training equates to one CPD point. Different categories of registration earn a specific number of points in a 12 month period.

• builders, demolishers and erectors of temporary structures should aim to complete a minimum of 12 points per annum
• building surveyors, building inspectors, draftspersons and quantity surveyors should aim to complete 15 points per annum

Keeping track of your CPD activities

1. You can record and manage your own CPD activities. This is where the CPD Passport comes in handy. Simply write your activity in the passport, along with the date, the provider and points.
2. Or your industry association can provide this information to the Building Commission on your behalf.
3. Order your CPD Passport to Quality in the table below.

How to Report your CPD activities

You only need to report the CPD activities once a year. The best time to do this is when you renew your registration. Simply complete the CPD section on your registration renewal notice along with your other details. Use your CPD Passport to Quality booklet to remind you of the activities you have completed.

CPD Benefits

Regardless of your category of registration, the benefits of CPD are clear:

• a better product
• better business practices
• a safer working environment
• fewer disputes
• and, most importantly, satisfied customers who recommend you to others!

CPD is supported by industry associations and professional institutes such as the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Australian Institute of Building Surveyors, the Building Designers Association of Victoria, the Housing Industry Association and the Master Builders Association.

CPD Rewards

• Certificate: All practitioners who report their full CPD points annually receive a CPD Certificate of Completion.
  
• CPD Tick of achievement: You will receive a CPD tick against your name on the Building Commission website which highlights your CPD learning to future clients searching for Registered Building Practitioners (RBP).
  
• CPD Rewards Pack:
  All practitioners who report their full CPD points annually recieve a Rewards Pack which includes a quotation pad and stickers for use on stationary and signage.
  The RBP Plus CPD logo can can be downloaded and used on your marketing material.

For information about upcoming courses please view theCPD Training Calendar 2009 or contact   CPD Providers (1.02MB).

If you require further infomation please email cpd@buildingcommission.com.au or contact 1300 815 127.