Professional Development

CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD)

At Parks & Leisure Australia, we prioritise Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to empower individuals in the parks and leisure industry to thrive and excel. As the industry peak body, PLA is dedicated to enhancing your professional journey.

TRACKING YOUR PROGRESS
Every eligible PLA-hosted event you attend is seamlessly integrated into your CPD tracker. Plus, we understand the value of diverse learning experiences. That's why we offer the option to log external events, courses, and other CPD activities.
MEMBER PORTAL TRACKER
Our user-friendly member portal includes a CPD tracker, making it effortless for you to keep tabs on your CPD journey. You can conveniently monitor your progress, ensuring you're on the right path to professional growth.
POINT ALLOCATION CHART
To make CPD accessible and transparent, we provide a clear point allocation chart. It simplifies the process of understanding how different activities contribute to your CPD points.
CERTIFIED PARKS & LEISURE PROFESSIONAL (CPLP)
As a PLA member, you are eligible to apply for our esteemed Certified Parks & Leisure Professional (CPLP) certification. This recognition acknowledges your commitment to excellence and your dedication to advancing the industry.

WHAT IS A CERTIFIED PARKS & LEISURE PROFESSIONAL?

The Certified Parks & Leisure Professional (CPLP) industry certification is the Australian national benchmark for industry professionals. The certification is based on your experience in the field and assessed by an international board of industry leaders who look at your knowledge, skills, and abilities in:

  • Asset Management

  • Landscape and Amenity Horticulture

  • Operations and Maintenance

  • Project Management

  • Resource Management

  • Business Acumen

  • Supervision

  • Interpretation and Education

  • Public Health

  • Leadership

  • Recreation

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RE-CERTIFICATION

CPLP is valid for three years from issue. In the three-year span, you must meet the following two criteria:

  1. Maintain Parks & Leisure Australia membership.
  2. Complete 30 points of Continuing Professional Development

To achieve 30 points, refer to the CPD Point Allocation Table

COSTS

Application fee $330 (Valid for 3 years from acceptance)

Cost to Renew $100 (3 years)

All costs are exclusive of GST

CONTACT

For more information contact Tara McConkey, National Office on (08) 8332 0130 or email via the contact form below.
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