CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
WHY CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT?
The Continuing Professional Development requirement is intended to ensure that CHRPs, not only maintain their competence, but continue to grow in their
competence and professional capabilities. The Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is a nationally recognized level of achievement
signifying a practitioner meets specific professional criteria, including: standardized certification requirements; continuing professional development; and
commits to abiding by the professional Code of Ethics. The CHRP represents both an achievement and a responsibility for the individual practitioner, and a
conviction that the professional practice of human resources can safeguard the interests of the public.
Acceptable CPD activities can encompass: ongoing learning, both formal and informal; leadership activities; volunteer activities; academic research or
publications; and significant work projects. Meeting this ongoing requirement demonstrates one’s commitment to continuous learning in a profession impacted
by economic, social, business and legislative changes.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARD
CHRPs must report a minimum of 100 hours of professional development activities in each three year reporting cycle.
SUBMISSION & REVIEW PROCESS
1. Document your professional development – in the attached CPD Log – (Extensions to the three-year timeframe may apply if the applicant has had parental,
disability or retirement leave(s) during the CPD reporting period. Please refer to your provincial association for more information.)
2. Submit online the following information on or before your CPD reporting date: (Submission prior to your reporting date does not change your original
certification period. Check with your association if you are unsure of the expiry date.) Keep a copy of your completed Log, receipts and supporting
documentation. This supplementary information may be requested for audit purposes by the CPD Audit Committee. *
3. Please keep copies of receipts and supporting documentation in the event that supplementary information is requested by the CPD Audit Committee at the
time of your submission for audit purposes.
*SUBMISSIONS SELECTED FOR AUDIT - To ensure the integrity and standard of professionalism reflected in the granting of the CHRP designation, a portion of
submissions are randomly selected for audit each year. It is important to retain supporting documentation to validate your submission; however do not submit
your supporting documentation unless requested to do so.
PRIVACY POLICY - Your provincial association is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. Information collected from this form will be
used for purposes of maintaining your certification only.
NOTICE: This document is enabled with Form Fields to allow you to fill it out
electronically. Please tab through the fields below. Handwritten forms are
not accepted. Please submit your log online at www.hria.ca through your
Member Profile.
If you need additional guidance or assistance contact your provincial association office.
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Company: Type Company Name
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Current biography, resume, curricula vitae is attached
Declaration:
During the three-year period, you must obtain a minimum of 100 hours of professional
development activities in at least two of the following categories:
CATEGORIES
Hours
1. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE – Consulting, Work Projects/Initiatives
2. LEADERSHIP - Mentoring, Teaching & Facilitation
3. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION – Boards, Committees, etc.
4. LEARNING – Formal and informal
5. RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS –Articles, journals or textbooks
Total Hours Reported
I declare that this is an accurate record of my
professional development activities in the past threeyears.
I agree to provide further documentation on request by
the association.
I understand that any misrepresentation by me in this
application, or in any documentation I provide, will be
sufficient cause for revocation of my designation and
termination of my membership.
Date declaration made:
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By submitting this document for approval, I declare my continued commitment to advancing my own professional development and to the CHRP
Code of Ethics below :
Professional Code of Ethics
1. Competence
• Maintain competence in carrying out professional responsibilities and provide services in an honest and diligent manner.
• Ensure that activities engaged in are within the limits of one’s knowledge, experience and skill.
• When providing services outside one’s level of competence, or the profession, the necessary assistance must be sought so as not to compromise professional
responsibility.
2. Legal Requirements
• Adhere to any statutory acts, regulation or by-laws which relate to the field of Human Resources Management, as well as all civil and criminal laws, regulations
and statutes that apply in one’s jurisdiction.
• Not knowingly or otherwise engage in or condone any activity or attempt to circumvent the clear intention of the law.
3. Dignity in the Workplace
• Support, promote and apply the principles of human rights, equity, dignity and respect in the workplace, within the profession and in society as a whole.
4. Balancing Interests
• Strive to balance organizational and employee needs and interests in the practice of the profession.
5. Confidentiality
• Hold in strict confidence all confidential information acquired in the course of the performance of one’s duties, and not divulge confidential information unless
required by law and/or where serious harm is imminent.
6. Conflict of Interest
• Either avoid or disclose a potential conflict of interest that might influence or might be perceived to influence personal actions or judgments.
7. Professional Growth and Support of Other Professionals
• Maintain personal and professional growth in Human Resources Management by engaging in activities that enhance the credibility and value of the profession.
Enforcement
• The Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations works collaboratively with its Member Associations to develop and enforce high standards of ethical
practice among all its members.
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CPD REPORTING LOG
1. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE– Consulting or Work Projects
A: Work/Consulting Initiatives – new project or program development, application or implementation related to HR and general business.
(Includes secondments and/or assignments outside your normal job duties) For each project, you must provide details and metrics on the following:
What was the mission of the project? What were the objectives of the project? What was the outcome of the project? What was the impact on
the organization? Maximum 25 hours per project, maximum 50 hours per reporting period.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
B: Significant updates/process improvements - E.g. course, project, program or consulting service provided. Maximum 20 hours per reporting
period. Maximum 10 hours per occurrence.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
2. LEADERSHIP
LEADERSHIP –Teaching of Post-Secondary Courses
A. Teaching a University, College or Institute Course for the first time for which students receive credit towards a degree, diploma or certificate
and for which assignments, papers and/or exams have to be marked. Credit is granted for the first time the course is taught. The course must be
taught at an accredited post-secondary institution. 30 hours per new course taught
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEADERSHIP – Facilitating
B: Facilitating a new Course, Workshop or Seminar - Credit is only granted for the first time the course, workshop or seminar is facilitated for a
non-post secondary institution, workplace or client. Maximum 12 hours per day of course duration, and 36 hours per course.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
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LEADERSHIP – Presenting
C. Keynote Speaker/Guest Lecture - At a national, provincial or regional conference. Credit is only granted for the first time the presentation is
given. Maximum credit of 8 hours per event.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
D: Panel Member - National, provincial or regional conference/seminar. Maximum credit of 1 hour per event.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEADERSHIP – Mentoring/Leading Others
E. Mentoring - Acting as a one-on-one mentor, typically outside job duties (i.e. not direct reports). There must be a signed agreement between
mentor and mentee. Maximum of 25 hours per reporting period.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
F. Providing Guidance/Coaching to an HR Practicum Student - during a formal co-op, internship or work-experience placement where written
appraisal is provided along with regular feedback. Maximum 25 hours per reporting period.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEADERSHIP – Personal Development
G. Participating in an Executive Coaching Program or Formal Mentoring Program (as mentee) – must be a formal program with a service contract
with a qualified professional coach or a signed mentoring agreement. Maximum 15 hours per reporting period.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
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3. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION– Boards, Committees or Societies, Community involvement in a Non-profit or Charity
A. Board Service – Chair/Co-Chair Must be able to demonstrate responsibilities for meeting organizational objectives, completing project work
and/or leading sub-committees. Maximum 20 hours per year per board.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
B. Board Service – Sitting on a board for a registered non-profit or charitable organization. Must be able to demonstrate responsibilities for
completing project work and/or leading sub-committees. Maximum 15 hours per year per board.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
C. Committee/Taskforce – Chair/Co-Chair - Must be able to demonstrate responsibilities for completing project work and/or leading subcommittees. Maximum 15 hours per year per committee.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
D. Active Committee Membership - Must be able to demonstrate responsibilities for completing project work and/or leading sub-committees.
Maximum 10 hours per year per committee.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
4. LEARNING
LEARNING – Formal Activities
A. University, College and Technical Institute – undergraduate or graduate credit coursework. Passing grade required, and transcript will be
required if audited. Maximum 30 hours per half credit course (one semester).
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
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B. Non-credit Courses - Attendance at courses that may lead to a certificate. Maximum allowed is 15 hours per course.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEARNING - Informal Activity
C. Seminars/Workshops/ Conferences/Roundtables - online or in person, offered internally or externally. This includes seminars, breakfast
meetings or dinner speakers with educational components, or brown bag lunch sessions. Maximum of 8 hours per day.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
D. Self-directed Learning - Readings which include (but not limited to): HR and Business magazines (either hard copy or online), HR and Best
Practice books,
and research, online discussion forums. Maximum of 5 hours per year.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEARNING – Course Development, Formal
E. Developing a new and first time University, College or Institute Course for which students receive credits towards a degree, diploma or
certificate with formal learning (papers and/or exams). The course must be offered at an accredited post-secondary institution. Credit will be
granted for the first time the course is developed. 50 hours per new course developed.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
LEARNING – Course Development, In-Formal
F. Developing a new and first time course, workshop or seminar. Credit will be granted for the first time the course is developed. 16 hours per
day of course duration for a new course developed.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
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5. RESEARCH or PUBLICATION– articles, journals, books, etc.
A. Conducting Research, Authoring a Journal or Case Study - Related to HR or general business, culminating in either a significant client or
company report or published work (e.g. white paper). This is also applicable to HR consultants, both internal and external. Maximum 10 hours
per project.
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
B. Publishing a Textbook – New Textbook – maximum 50 hours per textbook. New Edition of an Existing Text – maximum 15 hours per edition
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
C. Co-authoring or Editing a Major Work – Maximum 25 hours per project
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
D. Acceptance of Master's Thesis/Graduating Paper at a Master's Level Must be in HR or a business related subject. Maximum 25 hours per thesis
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
E. Acceptance of Doctoral Dissertation in an area directly related to HR or a business related subject. Maximum 50 hours per dissertation
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
F. HR or Business Related Book Review, Editorial or Article published. Maximum 5 hours per independent article
Date(s)
List Activity
Institution/Organization
Hours Claimed
Office Use Only
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