How can MLTs access their CCP Learning Plan and Activity Log?

The CMLTA utilizes an interactive online format for Regulated Members to record the information necessary to meet the CCP requirements. MLTs can access the CCP Learning Plan and Activity Log throughout the year through their Member Login on the CMLTA website.

Where can MLTs and members of the public get additional resources regarding the CCP?

The CMLTA website is regularly updated with resources that are available to both MLTs and the public. These resources are found under the resource tab on the CMLTA website. Within this tab, MLTs and members of the public can browse the many different resources such as the CMLTA Podcasts, CMLTA Videos, CMLTA Educational Webinars, and CMLTA PDF documents.

Why do MLTs need to create a Learning Plan?

With Bill 46 in force, the CCP is set out in the Continuing Competence Program Standard of Practice, which requires all MLTs to participate in a Self-Assessment, Learning Plan, and Activity Log. The CCPv5 allows MLTs more flexibility to report planned and unplanned learning activities impacting their professional practice.

Do the two learning activities in the Activity Log need to be related to the same Practice Standard/Code of Ethics in the MLTs Learning Plan?

No, the MLTs’ activities in the Activity Log do not have to be related to the same as the Practice Standard/Code of Ethics in the Learning Plan. For example, the Learning Plan Goal could be related to the Practice Standard Professional Knowledge, while the two other learning activities in the Activity Log can be related to the Legislative Responsibility Practice Standard and Consent Practice Standard. The CMLTA also allows the same Practice Standard/Code of Ethics for all learning activities, provided that the learning is different. For example, the Learning Plan Goal and the Activity Log Activities can be related to Professional Knowledge provided the learning was different. For example, an MLT participated in a webinar regarding a new analyzer being implemented in the lab, read an article related to their professional practice, and discussed a policy/process in the laboratory to improve their professional practice environment.

MLTs attend many continuing education activities. Does the CMLTA recognize these additional activities?

The new version of the CCP is designed to capture both planned and potentially unplanned learning activities in both the Learning Plan and Activity Log. The CMLTA CCP requires MLTs to participate and record at least three different learning activities (one learning activity that meets the Learning Plan and two additional learning activities in their Activity Log). The CMLTA encourages individuals to attend all learning events that enhance one’s professional development, but the CCP requirements capture only the minimum mandatory education required to ensure compliance with the HPA.

Why doesn’t the CMLTA simply require specific course completion rather than a Self-Assessment and a completed Learning Plan each year?

The CMLTA considers the CCPv5, using the Self-Assessment of Practice based on their Professional Practice Environment, the CMLTA Standards of Practice, and the Code of Ethics, to assess the MLTs’ individual learning needs as a more practical and applicable tool for MLTs to remain competent in their unique practice settings.

Why can’t MLTs change their CCP log when selected for a CCP Audit?

Previously, MLTs selected for CCP audit were allowed to edit their Activity Logs before submitting to the CMLTA CCP Compliance Audit. The CCPv5 requires MLTs to complete and submit their CCP and complete the CCP Audit Declaration upon renewal. This is to ensure MLTs are not only adequately meeting the CCP requirements at renewal but also allows the CMLTA to conduct the CCP audit in a timely fashion.