Peter Burke (Longford-Westmeath, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

We will not be accepting this amendment as the Bill provides a wide range of training providers that can be used by registrants to provide evidence of continuing professional development, CPD. Sections 28 and 29 of the Bill, in relation to competence criteria and eligibility for registration, provide that the Minister or the board may consult with SOLAS, among other bodies, when determining the qualifications, experience or combination of both that confer eligibility for registration. Training courses supported by SOLAS, the National Training Fund and a large body of training providers will be eligible for approval by the board to demonstrate evidence of CPD.