CONTINUING EDUCATION
1. When does the current Con-Ed window close and what are the dates of the next window?
The current window closes on October 31st, 2009.
The new window runs from November 1st, 2009 to October 31st, 2012.
2. How many Con-Ed credits do I need to collect in this window?
Refer to the table below to determine your credit requirements, according to your year of graduation.
Continuing Education Windows
|
Year of Graduation |
Jan 1, 2007 – Oct 31, 2009 Current Con-Ed Window (I) |
Nov 1, 2009 - Oct 31, 2012 Next Con-Ed Window (II) |
|
2004 |
40 |
40 |
|
2005 |
26 |
40 |
|
2006 |
13 |
40 |
|
2007 |
0 (grace period) |
40 |
|
2008 |
0 (grace period) |
26 |
|
2009 |
0 (grace period) |
13 |
|
2010 |
N/A |
0 (grace period) |
|
2011 |
N/A |
0 (grace period) |
Explanation of table:
1. All Graduates 2004 and before require 40 credits in each window.
2. 2005 Graduates require 26 credits in CEW I and 40 credits in CEW II.
3. 2006 Graduates require 13 credits in CEW I and 40 credits in CEW II.
4. 2007 Graduates require 0 credits in CEW I and 40 credits in CEW II.
5. 2008 Graduates require 0 credits in CEW I and 26 credits in CEW II.
6. 2009 Graduates require 0 credits in CEW I and 13 credits in CEW II.
7. 2010 Graduates require 0 credits in CEW II.
8. 2011 Graduates require 0 credits in CEW II.
3. How do I submit my credits to add to my file?
- If the course is on the pre-approved list, just send in a copy of the certificate of attendance or a letter from the course provider stating that you attended. You may also update your personal credit history via the website, however a paper copy of the proof of attendance is still required.
- If the course is not on the pre-approved list, you must submit the Application for Credits form and all required documentation for assessment by the Con-Ed Committee (download the form here).
4. Where do I find a list of MTAS approved workshops/courses?
There is a complete list of approved courses in the Members Only section of the website - from the home-page click on "Member Log-In" in the large orange box. Once you are in this section, click on Continuing Education, then Pre-Approved Courses for the searchable database.
5. Who does the assessment of workshops/courses?
The Continuing Education Director and a committee of member volunteers meet four times each year to assess members' requests for Continuing Education credits.
6. Is there a fee to have a course assessed for credits?
For course providers the fee is $100.00 + GST.
For members the fee is to be determined. No charge at the present time.
7. I'm a new graduate - do I need to collect Con-Ed credits immediately?
No, you are eligible for a grace period of two years. Refer to the table above in item #2.
If you do collect credits while in your grace period, you are allowed to carry over up to and including a maximum of 40 primary credits.
8. What happens if I can't collect the required number of credits in the window?
There is a process in place for this. Please refer to the section "Extenuating Circumstances" under the Continuing Education navigation heading.
9. I have been practicing for a long time and have been to all of the courses in which I am interested. Why do I still have to collect credits?
No profession is static. Every profession’s methods, procedures and practices advance with time, and any professional who doesn’t keep pace with up-to-date knowledge and skills is left behind with skills that may not properly apply. It is also every professional’s responsibility to stay current in their profession in order to provide the best knowledge, skills and service to their clients. This is especially true in health professions where outdated knowledge can be harmful to clients. It is also critically important to professionals who acquired their education and training many years past. Continuing professional development is designed to address these issues.
10. How to I submit a course for assessment by the Con-Ed Committee?
If you wish the course provider to submit the application on your behalf, they should use this form.
If you are submitting the materials yourself, use this form.
The details of the assessment process are on page 14 of your orange Member Con-Ed Handbook.
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