Terms of Reference
CHES 2007-2008 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Developed February 4, 2008
Revised May 13 2008,
Re-Approved by National Board September 17th, 2008

Purpose: The purpose of the CHES Professional Development Committee is to develop national standards of training, practices, skills, competencies and character to enhance the professional capability and credibility of its members within the healthcare environment and relevant authorities.

Meetings: Meetings of this committee will be held by teleconference monthly or at the discretion of the chair. A face to face meeting will be held at the annual National Conference when approved in advance by the National Board of Directors. The team will select a member of the team to record minutes of each meeting. Minutes shall clearly identify decisions taken, recommendations to the National CHES Board of Directors, items requiring further action and persons responsible for follow-up action. All minutes will be copied to National office.

Membership: Due to the uniqueness of each province and the importance of getting the proper perspective the committee will be comprised of representatives of each province. If certain expertise is required ad-hoc membership of people with that expertise is encouraged. The term of Chair of the Professional Development committee shall be two years. No chair shall serve more than two consecutive terms.

- Chair (from any Chapter)
- Executive Liaison
- Provincial Chapters members
- Sub-Committee Chairs
- National Conference Chair
- Ad-Hoc members

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the educational direction for members
• To review and update the CHES code of ethics
• Ensure that all appropriate geographic areas have input into the direction of the committee.
• Develop and maintain appropriate courses that benefit the members
• Oversee the development of the National conference
• Develop and maintain Certification of members and the standards required
• Provide opportunities for sharing best practices
• Develop Scholarships and Bursaries for education purposes