FAQ CPL Employers

1. What is the Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) program?

The CPL program is designed to support RECEs to systematically and intentionally increase their knowledge and skills, strengthen their professional judgment, and improve their practice with others throughout their career. Ongoing professional learning communicates to families, colleagues and the public that RECES are members of a distinct profession that demonstrates accountability, maintains public trust and remains current in practice.

2. Are RECEs required to fulfill the requirements of the CPL program?

Yes. Ontario Regulation 359/15: Continuous Professional Learning under the Early Childhood Educators Act, 2007, requires them to fulfill the requirements of the CPL program. Information about the required steps, timelines, record keeping and the auditing process for RECEs is explained in the Notice of CPL Program Requirements.

3. What are the requirements for RECEs?

RECEs are required to complete the Expectations for Practice Module within their first year of membership. After renewing, RECEs must complete a CPL Portfolio Cycle every two years while they are a member of the College. CPL is an ongoing, recurring process. Information about the required steps, timelines, record keeping and the auditing process for RECEs is explained in the Notice of CPL Program Requirements.

4. What is the CPL Portfolio Cycle?

The CPL Portfolio Cycle is a two-year process where RECEs reflect on their practice, develop a learning plan, and engage in and document their professional learning activities. RECEs must complete a CPL Portfolio Cycle every two years while they are a member of the College.

The CPL Portfolio includes three required components:

To learn more, read the CPL Portfolio Handbook.

5. How can I support RECEs in their CPL? Can they use professional development opportunities offered through work?

You can review the Notice of CPL Program Requirements to have a better understanding of the program and its required steps. You may support RECEs in defining their goals, identifying learning activities and offering opportunities to share their learning through group discussion and reflection.

6. Do RECEs have to share their CPL records with me?

No. RECEs do not need to share their CPL records with their employer. Employers may integrate aspects of the CPL program into performance management processes. For example, an employer may collaborate with an RECE to develop a goal that is mutually beneficial, both to the RECE as a professional and to the employer. RECEs are welcome to share and collaborate with their employer in order to complete their CPL requirement.

7. Am I responsible for making sure staff comply with the program requirements?

No. RECEs have an individual, professional responsibility to comply with the CPL program.

8. Will there be consequences if an RECE does not complete the requirements?

Yes. An RECE’s Certificate of Registration may be suspended by the Registrar if they do not comply with a requirement of the CPL program. These requirements are set out in regulation under the Early Childhood Educators Act, 2007. RECEs who falsely declare compliance with their CPL program requirements could be found guilty of professional misconduct. To learn more, read the Notice of CPL Program Requirements.

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