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EXAMPLES OF PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT (PTD) ACTIVITIES.

All activities must be relevant to the practitioner or professional’s vocation role (practical, managerial or theoretical) pursuant to case management.

The following are examples of activities that qualify as PTD activities:

• Self-Assessment of professional practice through the participation in [as Supervisor] or completion of [as case management practitioner/professional] the National Self Assessment (NSA) for case management; full or part thereof [learn more] Please note: the e-publication [read only] is available in the CMSA E-library [available to Members only]. • Conferences, congresses, conventions, courses, forums, lectures, seminars, workshops and other professional educational activities presented by the CMSA and/or under the auspices of academic institutions, commercial establishments or other professional bodies. • Educational activities provided by the applicant’s employer or practice entity, either in-house or externally by individuals or organisations engaged by the employer and relevant to the applicant’s practice area or case management role. • Tertiary courses presented by educational institutions. This may include a Certificate/Graduate Certificate or Diploma (either in full or part thereof) from an approved Registered Training Organisation ~ Australia and New Zealand (for example. University of New England, Skills Training Australia or T.A.F.E Australia) • Self-study courses, training and programs facilitated by the CMSA or an approved provider, including E-learning and distance education.

• Preparation/publication of papers/articles [scholarly or peer reviewed].

• Oral presentation/s or panel membership for a professional audience.

• Self-directed e-learning activities (e.g. TED Talks, YouTube, iTunes U, Google Scholar).

• Membership of, or contribution to, a Specialist Interest Group (SIG).

• Industry presentations - face-to-face or by technology (e.g. Vodcast, Podcast, webinars, video conferencing, Internet, Go-To- Training etcetera). The above list should not be considered exhaustive ~ its purpose is to provide examples of the range of activities that may constitute as PTD. If in doubt as to the validity of an activity an applicant should contact the CMSA for feedback.

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES REFEREE FORM 1 AND REFEREE FORM 2

Each applicant must submit two (2) professional references in support of their online application. These forms (i.e. Referee Form 1 and Referee Form 2) are available online at www.cmsa.org.au on the Certification page of the website. Please download and save a copy to your personal computer. Please note all information must be typed into the form, saved and then printed prior to being signed and certified. You must then scan the certified copy and save a copy to your personal computer in readiness to attach to your online application. Hand written copies will not be accepted by the CMSA. To qualify as a professional referee the individual must: • Have been in a professional working relationship with you for at least six (6) months in the last three (3) years. • Be familiar with your professional practice and the content of your certification application.

It is your responsibility to: • Ensure each referee understands their contribution to your application.

• Share the content of your application and supporting documentation with your referees. • Provide a copy of the Certification Application Guidelines to each of your referees.

• Download and provide a copy of Referee Form 1 and Referee Form 2 in Microsoft Office Word to each nominated referee. • Provide each referee with the CMSA contact details should they have any questions related to completing the Referee Form. • Check the completed form for any errors or omissions prior to having it certified.

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The Case Management Society of Australia and New Zealand and Affiliates (CMSA) Certification sets the benchmark of excellence in case management. Certified Practising Case Managers™ (CPCM) and Certified Case Managers (Non Practising)™ (CCMNP) adhere to the CMSA National Standards and National Code of Ethics for Case Management and are recognised for their advanced education, experience, knowledge and skills by their colleagues, consumers and employers. The Case Management Society of Australia and New Zealand and Affiliates (CMSA) Certification sets the benchmark of excellence in case management. Certified Practising Case Managers™ (CPCM) and Certified Case Managers (Non Practising)™ (CCMNP) adhere to the CMSA National Standards and National Code of Ethics for Case Management and are recognised for their advanced education, experience, knowledge and skills by their colleagues, consumers and employers.