Understanding CPD Requirements for Accredited Members

Members participating in the accreditation program are required to maintain and continually develop their knowledge and skills across 3 key areas. Ongoing professional learning ensures members remain up to date with industry developments, legislative changes and best practice within the strata sector.

To support this, SCA provides an integrated framework for professional learning through Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This framework recognises that effective strata professionals require a balanced combination of technical knowledge, practical management skills and a strong understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.

Members participating in the accreditation program must complete the minimum CPD requirements within each 12-month CPD period and must remain financial members of SCA during that time. Within this, members must complete learning activities across three mandated CPD categories, each with specific requirements.

Technical Knowledge

This area focuses on developing and maintaining knowledge in the core areas of strata practice. It includes understanding relevant legislation, regulations, governance requirements, financial management, and operational responsibilities within strata schemes.

Minimum of two (2) CPD hours/points

Management and Professional Skills

This category supports the development of skills required to effectively manage people, processes and workplace responsibilities. It includes leadership, communication, conflict management, productivity, and the ability to manage the operational environment in which strata community managers work.

Minimum of one (1) CPD hour/point

Professional and Ethical Standards

This area focuses on understanding and applying professional conduct and ethical obligations in the public interest. It promotes accountability, professionalism and the reputation of the strata profession, ensuring members act with integrity and uphold the standards expected of SCA professionals.

Minimum of one (1) hour/point

Members are responsible for maintaining accurate records of their CPD activities. These records must be retained for a minimum of two years following the end of the CPD period.

CPD activities should be recorded using the SCA member web-based CPD recording tool.

Where CPD activities are completed through external providers, members must record the following information:

• The type of learning, identified as either a verified or unverified activity

• The relevant training category

• The name of the event, date of attendance and training provider

• The training topic or subject area

• The number of CPD hours completed

• Documentation that provides evidence of attendance

In certain circumstances, members may apply for an exemption or reduction in CPD requirements. Applications must be submitted in writing and supported by appropriate documentary evidence outlining the basis for the request.

Circumstances that may be considered for an exemption or reduction include serious illness, parental leave, carers leave, a change of employer, or an extended period of leave.

Each application will be considered on its individual merits in accordance with the CPD Policy.

Members can check the status of their CPD Points at any time by logging into the member centre and following the below guide on reading the CPD Report.

Members are encouraged to read the updated CPD Policy to ensure they are aware of the requirements in place to maintain their accreditation.

If you have any questions about your CPD Points please contact the SCA (WA) team at admin.wa@strata.community.

SCA CPD Policy June 2025.pdf

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