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What is the Importance of CPD?
For AusIMM members to be part of the global minerals
industry, our professionals must engage in various types of continuing
professional development (CPD). As the minerals industry experiences rapid
advances in technology, CPD assists members in keeping ahead of the group rather
than relying on skills that were gained or taught several years before. The
AusIMM has developed a guiding document, which can be found here.
The purpose of participating in CPD activities is to:
- maintain or increase levels of technical and professional
competence;
- extend the range of professional skills;
- develop new areas of expertise;
- promote confidence and pride in their work;
- establish links with fellow professionals; and
- increase and broaden career options.
AusIMM Chartered Professionals and RPEQs engage in CPD
activities as a requirement of their Accreditation. Further information can be
found under Chartered Professionals and under
BPEQ Registration.
What are the CPD requirements for a Chartered Professional
(CP)?
To assist you in understanding what constitutes continuing
professional development and what is required to comply with these standards,
The AusIMM has developed the Continuing Professional Development Guidelines. This document
provides guidance on how to maintain, develop, update and refine your skills in
today's rapidly changing technological world. Professional development is gained
both through practicing in a field and learning through experience and via
structured courses and self-study.
These Guidelines applies to all professional members of the
AusIMM, Chartered Professionals and Registered Professional Engineer Queensland
status holders however the latter two should also review The AusIMM Chartered Professional Program
guidelines for additional information and requirements. More information on CPD
requirements can be found in the CP Logbook and this extract from the By-laws of the Board of AusIMM Chartered
Professionals.
What CPD opportunities are available?
As a service to members, The AusIMM lists a number of CPD
providers of both a commercial and non-commercial nature. These providers
regularly run courses, training or events that contribute to maintaining an
up-to-date skills base. Please click here to see
the current list of CPD opportunities.
For information on what can be counted towards your CPD
hours see the CP
logbook or alternatively a list of the categories of
opportunities can be found here
AusIMM Branches may also be able to assist with information
on Continuing Professional Development opportunities within the region,
including technical courses, presentations, seminars and conferences. Please
check the relevant Branch website for
calendars of events and contact details if you are travelling within the region.
Information for CPD Providers
If you would like to be listed as a CPD provider, please
download the following information. All listings must be submitted on the
form provided.
For information on what constitutes continuing professional
development please see the CP Logbook or this extract from the By-laws the Board of AusIMM Chartered
Professionals.
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