Important CCDP Certification Updates

The BC Career Development Association would like to announce changes to the CCDP Certification that will take effect on March 1, 2011.

In response to overwhelming requests to lengthen the Grandfathering Option, the BCCDA Board and Certification Committee have agreed to extend the option for another year, which will allow career development practitioners who have been working in the sector for at least 5 years to complete the required courses and to apply by means of Grandfathering through February 28, 2012.

As of March 1, 2011, CCDP Certification will only be valid for 3 years to set us on par with Alberta and the cost will increase slightly to $250 + HST.

To maintain registered status, CCDP Certifications issued prior to February 28, 2011 will be required to renew after 5 years. Certifications issued March 1, 2011 or thereafter will be required to renew after 3 years.

Please visit the website at www.bccda.org for updated forms, revised documents, frequently asked questions and certification and recertification policies.