24 Questions
What is the purpose of practice management education?
To ensure consumer and public protection
What is the authority for enacting the PME Regulation?
Section 3.1, 40.2 and 40.4 of the By-law of the Council
In case of conflict, which version of the regulation governs?
The English version of the By-law
How is the PME Regulation cited for convenience?
PME Regulation
What does 'Continuing professional development' (CPD) refer to?
Maintenance and enhancement of a Member's immigration knowledge
Who is the 'Director of Education'?
The staff member overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Education Department
What does 'Easy Access' mean for Members?
Access to course materials during the entire session in either hard copy or soft copy
What is a 'Mandatory course'?
A course central to a Member's professional practice identified by the Council
What must active Members do regarding PME completion?
Complete all mandatory PME courses within the specified timeframe
What are the consequences for Members who do not have easy access to course materials?
$10 charge for printed workbook and inability to complete the course
What is the expectation regarding registration for courses?
Register online before the registration deadline
What is required for completing registration for a course?
Provide a valid telephone number and verify registration details
What must Members do if they are not physically present for the entire session?
They will not receive credit for the course
What are Members required to do if they receive Council information requests?
Respond within the specified timeframe
What are Members responsible for regarding their course materials during sessions?
Having easily accessible course materials for in-person and real-time remote sessions
What must Members who are on leave, suspended, or new do regarding PME completion requirements?
Fulfill different PME completion requirements based on their status
According to the regulations, what is the consequence for a Member who is considered disruptive to the operation of a session and participants?
The Member will be asked to leave the session and will not receive credit for the course
What action must a Member take if they cannot attend a course after registering, as per section 8.1 of the Regulation?
Provide written notice of cancellation no later than four (4) business days before the course is offered
What is the penalty for not completing the required PME course by the specified date, according to Regulation 9.1?
$250.00 fine and completion within specified timeframe
If a Member does not provide written notice within the required timeframe or is unable to attend due to illness or an emergency, what action must they take according to section 8.4 of the Regulation?
Send an e-mail to the Director of Education explaining the circumstance for missing the session along with appropriate documentation
What will happen if a Member is unable to attend a course due to illness or an emergency, but fails to provide appropriate documentation within fourteen (14) calendar days following the missed session?
The Member's membership will be suspended
What does section 8.3 of the Regulation state about Members who do not attend the course on the scheduled date?
They will be subject to a no-show fee of $100.00
In case a Member registers for a course but cannot attend, what action must they take according to section 8.1 of the Regulation?
Provide written notice of cancellation no later than four (4) business days before the course is offered
What action will be taken if a Member does not complete the required PME course by the specified date, according to Regulation 9.2?
$250.00 fine and suspension of membership
Study Notes
- Article 5 of the Code of Professional Ethics requires Members to adapt to changing laws, policies, and skills needed for competent immigration practice and keep up to date.
- The text defines several terms used in the Regulation.
- "Continuing professional development" (CPD) refers to the maintenance and enhancement of a Member's immigration knowledge.
- "Director of Education" is the staff member overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Education Department.
- "Easy Access" means Members have access to course materials during the entire session in either hard copy or soft copy.
- "Mandatory course" is a course central to a Member's professional practice identified by the Council.
- Members must physically attend and participate in the entire session to receive course credit.
- "Practice management education" (PME) refers to Council-offered education on meeting professional requirements.
- Active Members must complete all mandatory PME courses within the specified timeframe.
- Members on leave, suspended, or new have different PME completion requirements.
- A Member must complete all mandatory PME courses and meet the Council's requirements.
- Members must respond to Council information requests within the specified timeframe.
- Members must register for courses online before the registration deadline.
- Members must provide a valid telephone number and verify registration details before completing registration.
- Members must have easily accessible course materials for in-person and real-time remote sessions.
- Members who do not have easy access to course materials and require a printed workbook may be charged $10.
- Members who do not have easy access to course materials will not be able to complete the course.
- Members who are not physically present for the entire session will not receive credit for the course.
Test your knowledge of the Practice Management Education (PME) Regulation for immigration consultants in Canada. This quiz covers the authority, purpose, definitions, scope, and expectations related to meeting PME requirements.
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