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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
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.
Questions? Please Contact Us.