CPD Requirements for CIQS

All Professional Quantity Surveyors (PQS) and Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) members of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) are required to complete 30 CPD points annually. The CPD year runs from January 1 to December 31. Members are exempt from CPD requirements during their first year of membership.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 30 CPD points per year is required.
• CPD must be spread across the following categories:
• CIQS Learning Activity: Structured events organized by CIQS (in-person or virtual). Minimum of 5 CPD points annually. (1 hour = 1 CPD point).
• Structured Learning: Courses provided by universities, colleges, associations, or technical societies. (1 hour = 2 CPD points; maximum 10 CPD points per year).
• Self-Directed Learning: Professional self-study, training, or participation in technical sessions, conferences, seminars, or webinars. (1 hour = 1 CPD point; maximum 25 CPD points per year).
• Professional Participation (Volunteer): Service on CIQS boards, chapters, committees, or industry-related groups; delivering technical presentations. (1 hour = 1 CPD point; maximum 20 CPD points per year).

Accreditation & Eligibility:

• CPD activities must be relevant to the profession of quantity surveying or construction estimating.
• Structured Learning activities must be offered by recognized institutions such as universities, colleges, professional associations, or technical societies.
• CIQS Learning Activities (e.g., congress, technical sessions, CIQS webinars) carry mandatory participation.
• No pre-approval is required for external CPD providers; members are responsible for ensuring activities meet CIQS standards.

Recording, Reporting, and Audit:

• Members must record CPD activities annually using the CIQS CPD module in their online profile.
• Records must include: description of activity, date, provider, CPD category, CPD points, and supporting evidence (certificates, diplomas, summaries, or proof of participation).
• CPD records must be retained for a minimum of two years.
• CPD declarations must be completed online prior to membership renewal.
• Annual random audits are conducted. Members selected for audit must submit supporting evidence.
• Failure to submit a CPD record or achieve 30 points may result in suspension or dismissal from membership.

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