Composition of the Radiologic Technology Continuing Professional Education Council (RTCPEC)
- Composed of a Chairman and four members representing the academe, private sector, government sector, and the Board of Radiologic Technology.
- Consultants include the Chairman of the Board, President of the Philippine Association of Radiologic Technologists (PART), and President of the Association of X-ray and Radiologic Technologists (ASCRT).
- Chairman and members appointed by the Board from nominees submitted by PART.
- RTCPEC elects Vice-Chairman and other officers, except Secretary who is appointed.
Qualifications of RTCPEC Officers
- Chairman: Valid Radiologic Technology license, good standing with PART, at least 10 years in practice or academe, proven management skills, good moral/professional integrity.
- Members: Valid license, good standing with PART, active association involvement, good moral character, reputable.
Terms of Office
- Chairman and members serve a 3-year term without renewal.
- Initial members have staggered terms (3, 2, and 1 year).
- Vice-Chairman serves at RTCPEC's pleasure.
- Appointees fill only unexpired terms of predecessors.
Functions and Duties of RTCPEC
- Promulgate, enforce, and implement CPE rules and guidelines.
- Coordinate with Board and Commission for CPE implementation.
- Maintain records of CPE units earned by technologists.
- Collaborate with PART, ASCRT, chapters, and CPE providers.
- Administer secretariat and manage library resources.
- Plan and coordinate annual accreditation activities with PART.
- Assist in organizing seminars and professional events.
- Evaluate attendance and compliance with professional upgrading activities.
- Manage issuance and submission of CPE compliance certificates.
- Maintain permanent records of compliant technologists.
- Develop modular postgraduate education and correspondence courses.
- Issue regulations after consultations and prepare annual budgets.
Accreditation Criteria
- Content must extend beyond basic training and cover technological advancements.
- Activities must enhance professional skills and competence.
- Content must relate to Radiologic Technology, radiological sciences, or allied health with emphasis on patient care.
- May include professionalism, ethics, laws, management, and health supervision topics.
Accredited Lecturers
- Academe members with at least five years teaching relevant subjects.
- Practitioners with at least five years specialty experience.
- Noteworthy experts and industrial lecturers related to Radiologic Technology.
- Members of ISSRT and international specialists.
Accredited Activities and Credit Units
- Academic Courses: Graduate courses earn credits based on units completed (e.g., 6 units = 2 credits).
- Publication: Books (20 credits), articles (3 credits), technical papers (5 credits), reviews (3 credits).
- Conferences/Seminars: Credits range from 1 to 20 depending on type and role.
- Other activities: Renewal of PART membership and awards earn 5 credit units each.
- Correspondence courses: 3 credits per module.
Credit Unit Requirements for License Renewal
- 60 total CPE units required every three years.
- 20 units needed at first year of renewal, 40 at second year, and 60 at the third year post-resolution.
Exemptions
- Permanent exemption for technologists aged 65 and above.
- Temporary exemption for: RTCPEC officers, Board members, PART officers, ASCRT officers, prolonged illness (certified), and work abroad for at least six months (documented).
Procedures for Program Accreditation
- All activities require prior RTCPEC approval.
- Requests must be submitted two months before program date.
- Submission must include detailed program information (title, objectives, target audience, content, speakers, schedule).
- RTCPEC assigns corresponding credit units upon accreditation.
- Accreditation fee is at least 15% of the gross income from participants.
- Completion reports must be submitted within two weeks post-activity.
Procedures for Individuals Applying for CPE Credits
- Individuals may seek inclusion for non-RTCPEC approved activities by paying fees and submitting required information (license number, address, attendance certificates, certification from sponsoring entity).
- RTCPEC reserves the right to approve or disapprove based on guidelines.
Effectivity
- The resolution takes effect one month after publication in a newspaper of general circulation upon Commission approval.