Approval and Development of the Rating System
- Approved by CIAC Board in 2009 upon PICAM’s request.
- Developed jointly by CIAC and PICAM to require credit unit accumulation for case appointments.
- Draft rules prepared in consultation with PICAM and revised by PICAM President.
- Endorsed by PICAM and adopted by CIAC in 2011.
Mandatory Credit Unit Requirement
- All CIAC arbitrators and mediators must earn minimum credit units every 2 years starting January 1, 2011.
- Credit units are prerequisites for appointment in CIAC cases.
- Exceptions apply as provided in the rules.
Classification Based on Credit Units
- Those who meet the minimum credit units are listed in the "List of Arbitrators and Mediators in MACE Compliance."
- Those who do not meet the minimum remain on the "Reserved List" although still accredited.
- Only those in the MACE Compliance List are eligible for appointment.
Appointment Process and List Availability
- Parties requesting arbitrators/mediators will be provided the MACE Compliance List by the CIAC Secretariat.
- Arbitrators and mediators not meeting minimum credits are excluded from appointment consideration.
Earning Credit Units
- Attendance at MACE seminars: 1 credit unit per hour.
- Role-playing in simulated exercises: 2 credit units per hour.
- Lecturing or presenting: 3 credit units per hour.
- One hour equals four 15-minute quarters; fractions under 15 minutes do not earn credits.
Seminar Logistics and Frequency
- CIAC and PICAM aim to sponsor 4 seminars annually: 2 in Luzon, 1 in Visayas, 1 in Mindanao.
- Each seminar runs for 6 hours, divided into 3 hours morning and 3 hours afternoon sessions.
Credit Unit Minimums
- Minimum 12 credit units every two consecutive years required for MACE Compliance List inclusion.
Faculty Members
- Faculty members automatically qualify for the MACE Compliance List.
- Faculty defined as arbitrators or mediators who have given at least 5 lectures in MACE seminars in the past 3 years.
- Current faculty members are specifically named.
Monitoring and Record-Keeping
- Secretariat tasked with strict monitoring of attendance and participation.
- Development of a form for recording attendance and roles in seminars.
- Maintenance of two lists: MACE Compliance List and Reserved List.
- Lists are made available to the Commission for appointments.
Effectivity
- The resolution takes effect 15 days after receipt of certified true copies by the Office of the National Administrative Register.
Other Key Provisions
- The rules ensure professional development and compliance as conditions for appointment.
- The system fosters accountability and excellence among CIAC arbitrators and mediators.