Continuous Professional Development Flashcards
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Which AACE International body is responsible for reviewing and approving CPD activity submissions from certified members?
Answer: The Certification Board
The AACE Certification Board oversees all aspects of the certification process, including review and approval of CPD submissions.
A CCC holder attends a university cost engineering course as an enrolled student and earns 3 credit hours. How many PDHs may typically be claimed?
Answer: 10 PDHs per credit hour (30 total)
AACE generally allows 10 PDHs per semester credit hour for accredited university courses relevant to the profession.
Which of the following CPD activities does NOT typically qualify for PDH credit under AACE guidelines?
Answer: Reading a professional journal without a structured assessment
Passive reading of journals without an associated quiz or structured learning assessment generally does not qualify for PDH credit.
A CCC is asked to present a 90-minute webinar on earned value management. How many PDHs can the presenter typically claim?
Answer: 1.5 PDHs
A 90-minute presentation equals 1.5 contact hours, which converts directly to 1.5 PDHs for the presenter.
What is the primary purpose of the CPD requirement for CCC certification holders?
Answer: To ensure certified professionals maintain current and relevant competency
CPD requirements exist to ensure certified cost consultants remain current with evolving practices, standards, and technologies in the profession.
If a CCC's recertification cycle is three years, what is the minimum number of PDHs required per cycle according to AACE standards?
Answer: 60 PDHs
AACE requires 60 PDHs per three-year recertification cycle to maintain CCC certification.
A CCC member serves on an AACE technical committee for two years, attending monthly meetings. Which category of CPD does this activity fall under?
Answer: Professional Service and Leadership
Service on technical committees is classified under Professional Service and Leadership, recognizing contributions to the profession beyond personal skill development.