*This article references the previous Continuing Competence Program (CCP). For current CCP requirements, please visit the CCP Requirements webpage.
As part of the Continuing Competence Program (CCP), you are asked to complete an implementation objective. As a first step, you will need to determine your implementation objective; this means describing how you will apply what you’ve learned during this CE cycle to your practice. With your professional portfolio due November 30, now is a good time to focus on developing your implementation objective
When considering how you might apply your learning, ask yourself the following questions:
- Can I improve my practice/organization using what I’ve just learned?
- Can I transfer this new knowledge to a patient or colleague?
- Can I demonstrate my competence in this newly acquired/reinforced skill to a peer?
To determine whether your implementation meets the requirements of the competence program, ensure that your implementation:
- Results in either an improvement, transfer of knowledge, or verification of competence;
- Involves another individual (e.g., a patient, a co-worker, another healthcare professional);
- Produces evidence of implementation;
- Directly involves the application of at least 1 CEU of newly acquired or reinforced knowledge and/or skills;
- Relates to one of the pharmacy domains (pharmacy practice, medication/device knowledge, systems-based practice).
Additional information and tips on how to complete the CCP is available in the mandatory CCP tutorial which is located in the Self-Assessment/Prescribed Activities section of the CCP portal. For more information on the program, please refer to the CCP requirements and/or contact a member of the competence department.
