Philippines Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016 Quiz

What does CPD stand for in the context of the Act?

• Certified Professional Designation

• Continuous Professional Development

• Continuing Professional Development

• Certified Professional Development

What is the purpose of the Act according to Section 2?

• To limit the number of professionals in the country

• To discourage professionals from practicing in the country

• To regulate the professional development of individuals

• To promote and upgrade the practice of professions in the country

What does the term 'Accreditation' refer to under the Act?

• Formal or official approval granted to a person, program, or organization meeting essential requirements

• A process of evaluating professional qualifications

• A mechanism for career progression and specialization

• A system for recognizing prior learning and work experience

Who is responsible for the overall implementation of the CPD Programs according to Section 6?

• AIPO/APO

• CPD Councils

• ASEAN MRA

• PRC and the Professional Regulatory Boards

What is the role of the CPD Council according to Section 8?

• Ensure the adequate and appropriate provision of CPD Programs for their respective profession

• Evaluate and act on applications for accreditation of CPD Providers and their CPD Programs

• Conduct researches, studies, and benchmarking for international alignment of the CPD Programs

• All of the above

What is the funding requirement mentioned in Section 14 used for?

• Honorarium/allowances for CPD Council members

• Regular operations of the CPD Councils

• All of the above

• Travel expenses for professionals

When should the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) be promulgated according to Section 15?

• Within 6 months from the effectivity of the Act

• Within 3 months from the effectivity of the Act

• Within 2 years from the effectivity of the Act

• Within 1 year from the effectivity of the Act

What is the penalty for a professional adjudged guilty of any fraudulent act relating to the CPD according to Section 16?

• Suspension or revocation of their PRC Certificate of Registration and/or Certificate of Specialization

• Written warning

• Community service

• Monetary fine

What is the effectivity date of the Act according to Section 19?

• 6 months following its complete publication in the Official Gazette

• 1 month following its complete publication in the Official Gazette

• 30 days following its complete publication in the Official Gazette

• 15 days following its complete publication in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation in the Philippines

Who approved the Act according to the text?

• Speaker of the House of Representatives

• President of the Senate

• President of the Philippines

• All of the above