CONTENTS

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Diagram: Framework for CPD systems

Foreword

1. INTRODUCING THE NEW FRAMEWORK

1.1 Introduction

1.2 The aims of the Framework

2. CPD (CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT)

2.1 What is CPD?

2.2 Why CPD?

2.3 Why use standards of competence for CPD?

2.4 What is a CPD system?

2.5 Evolution of CPD systems

2.6 Who is responsible and who pays?

3.THE FRAMEWORK

3.1 Understanding the Framework

3.2 Sources of support and guidance

3.3 Context of the Framework

4. CORE PROCESSES

4.1 Review (Analysis and Appraisal)

4.2 Planning

4.3 Development activities

4.4 Assessing achievements

5. SUPPORTING FUNCTIONS

5.1 Providing support and guidance to individuals

5.2 Standards of competence

5.3 Quality

 

APPENDICES

A Those who contributed to development of the Framework

B Sample CPD Records

C Example of Occupational Standard of Competence

D Interested parties in the CPD System

E International organisations promoting CPD for
construction industry practitioners

F Glossary

 

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