Professional Development
NOMINATIONS
The affairs of the Association of Administrative Professionals (the Association) are governed by a Board of Directors who are elected each year at the Associations’ Annual General Meeting (AGM). This year’s AGM will be held virtually, June 1st, 2024.
In accordance with our By-Laws, we are required to send out a Notice of Nominations for the Directors and Officers of the Association. This nomination is made at least sixty (60) days prior to the date of the AGM and names of those so nominated shall be given to those entitled to vote at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of the AGM. Nominations for any Director or Officer Position will be closed forty (40) days prior to the date of the Annual General Meeting.
The nominations for the National Board of Directors closes on April 22, 2024. It is essential to highlight that we will have key vacant positions on the National Board that must be filled to ensure the continued growth and prosperity of our association. I encourage all eligible candidates to consider stepping forward and offering their skills and dedication to help shape the future direction of our association.
Please click below for more information and to nominate! Kindly submit your nomination forms by April 22, 2024.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Opportunity: National Social Media Coordinator
This coordinator position will report directly to the National Director-Public Relations. The National Social Media Coordinator will assist in creating social media posts for AAP’s online channel. Strong knowledge of Canva (or similar publishing software), Hootsuite and Google Suite are required for this role. The National Social Media Coordinator must be diligent in scheduling and adaptable to new technological trends.
Please click here for the full position description.
If you are interested in volunteering for the role, kindly submit your name to our National Director-Public Relations, Karem Velez, CCAP by Friday, April 19, 2024: [email protected]
Volunteer Opportunity: Certification Renewal Coordinator
The CCAP National Coordinator was a role created in 2015 to assist the National CCAP Registrar in maintaining the records for the CCAP/CCAPA certification renewal programs, and it serves as a liaison with CCAP graduates who are undergoing the certification renewal process.
This is a non-voting position reporting directly to the National Director-Registrar. Members interested in filling this position must have the CCAP/CCAPA designation. This position qualifies as a way of earning five CRCs per year.
The position involves working closely with the CCAP Registrar and with those designation holders that require certification renewal every three years.
The time commitment will vary based on the number of participants and the ease with which members provide renewal information. As the number of those participating in the program increases, so may the amount of time required to perform the duties of this position. The Certification Renewal Coordinator must be extremely diligent in record keeping and must maintain confidentiality.
Please click here for the full position description.
If you are interested in volunteering for the role, kindly submit your name to our National Director-Registrar, Gale Belcourt, CCAP by Friday, April 19, 2024: [email protected]
Volunteer Opportunity: Educational Partner Coordinator
The role of the Educational Partner Coordinator was created in 2024 to assist the National Director Registrar to expand and enhance the partnerships we have with colleges and universities and to act as a liaison with full-time office and business admin students interested in our Intern Certification Program.
This is a non-voting position reporting directly to the National Director-Registrar. Members interested in filling this position must have the CCAP/CCAPA designation. This position qualifies as a way of earning five CRCs per year.
The position involves working closely with the National CCAP Registrar, the Certification Renewal Coordinator, educational partners, and those students enrolled in the Intern Certification Program.
The time commitment will vary based on the number of educational partners and the number of participants in the intern certification program. As the number of those participating in the program increases, so may the amount of time required to perform the duties of this position. The Educational Partner Coordinator must be extremely diligent in record keeping and must maintain confidentiality.
Please click here for the full position description.
If you are interested in volunteering for the role, kindly submit your name to our National Director-Registrar, Gale Belcourt, CCAP by Friday, April 19, 2024: [email protected]
Volunteer Opportunity: National Student Membership Coordinator
The position of the National Student Membership Coordinator position is a role we are creating to assist the National Director-Treasurer and the National Director-Registrar in maintaining the student membership database, including tracking any CCAP/CCAPA enrollments. This is a non-voting position reporting directly to the National Director-Treasurer. Members interested in filling this position must have been a member of AAP for a minimum of one year. This position does qualify for five (5) certification renewal credits per year the role is held as part of the CCAP/CCAPA designation program. In the year that a new National Director-Treasurer is elected, the National Student Membership Coordinator may be asked to stay on for an additional one-year period to provide continuity.
The position works closely with the Director-Treasurer and branch membership coordinators. Knowledge of Google Suite (Mail, Docs and Sheets) and Excel is required for this role. The candidate must also have excellent communication (oral and written) skills as they will be in contact with current and potential members. The time commitment will vary based on the time of the year, with more demand during the colleges’ main enrollment period (Fall, Winter, Spring Semesters). The successful applicant must be diligent in record keeping, detail-oriented, and must maintain confidentiality.
Please click here for the full position description.
If you are interested in volunteering for the role, kindly submit your name to our National Director-Treasurer, Julie Lemoine, CAP by Friday, April 19, 2024:
AAP WEBINARS AND EVENTS
By being a part of AAP, you have access to extensive learning opportunities at both the Branch and National levels, ensuring continuous growth and development in your field.
Stay ahead of the curve and plan your professional development with our comprehensive list of learning opportunities for the coming year. Sharpen your skills, learn new techniques, and advance your career with ease.
WHY ATTEND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS?
In today’s competitive market, administrative professionals need to ensure that they maintain the ability to adapt to the constantly changing office environment. Attending workshops benefits you, your boss, and your organization by giving you up-to-date knowledge and information specific to your role. One of the single most valuable activities of any professional conference is the time that you get to spend with your colleagues – those you just met and those you’ve known for years. A professional conference can be an excellent chance to network with other people in your field, allowing you to feel more integrated into your professional community. The networking opportunities provide a sense of connection whether you work in a large, small, or home-based office.
By attending a workshop, you can expect to gain:
- Tools and techniques to be more efficient and effective in your current and future roles.
- New and upgraded skills, best practices, and strategies that you can begin to use the minute you get back to your office and share with your colleagues.
- Increased productivity and effectiveness.
- Up-to-date trends and developments in the workplace.
- Fresh ideas and insights gained from networking with other like-minded professionals across Canada.
- Solid advice from people with whom you normally wouldn’t be able to connect.
The value of any conference comes from what you bring back and share. Returning with just one great idea truly makes the investment in time and money spent worthwhile. Employers recognize the importance of investing in the employees who make up their work team. Employees who get the opportunity to participate in training can be viewed as preparing themselves for promotional and advancement opportunities within or outside of the organization. Those who take classes in supervisory skills or in areas of dealing with difficult people, for example, are preparing themselves for future leadership opportunities. Even if you have been working for 20 years, you may have a lot of expertise but there’s always room to expand your knowledge.
For those members with the CCAP designation, it’s a convenient opportunity to earn recertification points.
Whether you are wanting to upgrade your current skills or learn new ones there are advantages to both you and your employer.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Members can attend other professional development opportunities offered directly through their local branches. They are also provided with webinars and e-learning opportunities sent directly to them as part of their member benefits. For more details regarding professional development workshops in your area, please visit your local branch page and the members only section.
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY
In alignment with our Association partners in North America, AAP recognizes April 24, 2024 as Administrative Professionals Day. This is a day where we recognize the value of admin professionals within their workplaces and to thank them for going above and beyond!
Future Years:
- April 23, 2025
- Apr 22, 2026
- Apr 21, 2027