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PCPCC Member Eligibility and Responsibilities

Are you interested in applying to join the Purchasing Card Professional Certification Council (PCPCC)? The following describes the PCPCC and member eligibility and responsibilities.

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PCPCC Functions and Activities
Council Member Eligibility, Commitment and Responsibilities
Benefits
Application

PCPCC Functions and Activities

The functions of the PCPCC are to:

establish, monitor and revise requirements for certification
continue research efforts relating to the certification of Purchasing Card professionals
do all things necessary and proper to promote and ensure professionalism in the Purchasing Card industry

The number of council members is limited to a maximum of eight.

The PCPCC typically:

conducts no more than 12 conference calls per year (generally 60 minutes each)
holds one in-person meeting each year, which may or may not include an exam review; it is generally held in conjunction with the NAPCP Annual Conference (usually in April at varying locations)
uses regular electronic communications (e.g., e-mail, NAPCP website tools, etc.), serving to address CPCP business outside of scheduled conference calls

Common issues, topics, etc. addressed by the PCPCC include:

logistics and requirements related to CPCP initial eligibility and recertification
potential issues related to CPCP exam, such as problematic questions
activities/endeavors that may qualify for CPCP point eligibility
revisions to CPCP study materials (e.g., reading references list)
CPCP exam item (question) bank, such as the need for deletions and additions
marketing the CPCP program (e.g., brochures, audio calls, etc.)
CPCP program expansion (e.g., Canadian version of exam)
program statistics and demographics
benchmarking against other certification programs (e.g., fees, process, etc.)

Decisions are made using majority approval.

Council Member Eligibility, Commitment and Responsibilities

current CPCP
current NAPCP member
commit to a two-year term (minimum)
participate in at least 75% of conference calls and meetings, making every attempt to attend (travel-related expenses in conjunction with annual PCPCC meeting may be the responsibility of the PCPCC member)
ability to commit to an average of one to two hours per month to council outside of scheduled meetings and calls
generally able to travel to the NAPCP Annual Conference
possess ability to think independently, analyze an issue and identify potential solutions—weighing pros and cons
willingness to express opinions, as well as listen to and consider opinions of others
support the function of the PCPCC, including supporting the team dynamic
meet deadlines for providing input/feedback on issues and/or completing tasks, as specified by PCPCC chair and/or agreed to by council
function as a "CPCP program ambassador” by demonstrating a willingness to present and/or discuss the CPCP program at events (e.g., cover the CPCP booth at NAPCP Annual Conference, distribute CPCP literature at other events, participate in or lead an audio call)
demonstrate ethical and professional standards

If member is unable to meet the above requirements, the PCPCC and/or NAPCP reserves the right to address in a manner appropriate for the situation—one that will best serve the needs of the council and CPCP program, such as:

obtain input of other council members and/or NAPCP staff
share concerns related to inadequate participation
inquire of the council member's interest and ability to continue fulfilling role
determine any necessary changes

Benefits

Industry participation, guiding and shaping a national professional certification program
Networking with fellow PCPCC members, potential CPCP exam candidates and current CPCPs
Professional development, working on a team and expanding industry knowledge
Personal satisfaction
NAPCP Annual Conference fee waived (when PCPCC annual meeting is held in conjunction with this event)
Points toward CPCP re-certification
CPCP re-certification fee waived (if still active on council at time of re-certification)

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Application

The Purchasing Card Professional Certification Council (PCPCC) is currently looking for two council members. Apply below.

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First Name *		Last Name *
Organization *		Professional Title
E-mail Address *		Phone *
City *		State/Province *
Country *
Have you read above content? *	Yes, and I understand the PCPCC role and member responsibilities

Requirements & Preferences
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Current CPCP? *	Yes	CPCP Expiration Month & Year: *Indicate the expiration month and year displayed on your current CPCP certificate.
Current NAPCP Member? *PCPCC members should be able to sustain NAPCP annual membership.	Yes No, but I will join if selected for the PCPCC	Commit to Two-Year Min.? *The minimum PCPCC member term would be April 2011 through April 2013. However, members may have a longer term.	Yes
Are you able to attend the NAPCP US Conference? *Because the annual PCPCC meeting (which may include an exam review) is generally held in conjunction with the US NAPCP Annual Conference, the ability to travel to the conference is desired.	Yes, generally able Probably every other Uncertain	Commit to Time Involved? *PCPCC members are expected to participate in at least 75% of PCPCC calls and meetings. In addition, approximately one to two hours per month is needed outside of scheduled calls.	Yes
Does Your Management Approve? *Your management's support will be important, as PCPCC activities typically occur during business hours and involve travel once per year.	Yes, my management supports my pursuit to join the PCPCC My management is not aware of my pursuit My management is not completely supportive of this
Willing to Do the Following? *	Staff CPCP exhibit table at NAPCP Annual Conference Distribute CPCP literature at other events Participate in presentations about CPCP program Lead/deliver presentations about CPCP program Other (as needed to support program)
Which Traits Apply to You? *	Independent thinker Ability to analyze issues and identify potential solutions Team player Willingness to express opinions Willingness to hear and consider others' opinions Ablility to enforce rules even when difficult Punctual Ability to meet deadlines Willingness to participate in mundane activities when necessary Demonstrate ethical and professional standards
Why are you interested in the PCPCC? *Please describe what interests you about the PCPCC and the member role.
Why Did You Pursue the CPCP? *Please share why you initially pursued the CPCP credential.
How do you demonstrate CPCP Support?If desired, please give examples on how your demonstrate your support of the CPCP credential program.

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Certified Purchasing Card Professional Credential The next application due date is August 31, 2017 for Oct. testing & June 31, 2017 for TD Bank Scholarship.

Order your copy today! NAPCP members, $159; non-members, $209

Certified Purchasing Card Professional Credential
The next application due date is August 31, 2017
for Oct. testing & June 31, 2017 for TD Bank Scholarship.

Order your copy today!
NAPCP members, $159; non-members, $209