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Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
FOUNDED 1980
In 1980, a group of professional and occupational regulators and private sector representatives, met in New Orleans to discuss their need to share information
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
GOAL of New ORGANIZATION
The goal was to better achieve a shared mission of public protection
The result was The Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR)
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
A RESOURCE for ALL
They decided the new organization must include representatives of
- all governmental sectors- the private sector- others with an interest in the
field
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
CONSTITUENCY
With its broadly-based constituency, the organization would be a resource to everyone involved in the licensure, certification or registration of the hundreds of regulated occupations and professions, both non-health and health.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
HOLISTIC APPROACH
This inclusive approach worked well for CLEAR's members and continues as an excellent vehicle for responding to a necessarily diverse constituency.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
The EARLY YEARS
CLEAR was originally supported by state regulatory agencies and The Council of State Governments.
CLEAR’s early leaders designed and implemented many of the programs and projects that continue today.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
REGULAR MEMBERSHIP
Regular CLEAR membership is open to
governmental agencies and legislated (publicly mandated) organizations concerned with professional and occupational regulation, associations of these agencies or organizations, and individuals.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Associate CLEAR membership is open to
organizations not eligible for regular membership that have an interest in professional and occupational regulation, individuals employed by such organizations, and private individuals.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY
Within a few years of its founding, CLEAR's organizational culture was enriched as first Canadian members, then Western European and others decided to participate.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
CLEAR’s Office of International Affairs based in England provides assistance to all non-North American constituencies.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
MEETING its MISSION
CLEAR meets its mission through
- conferences and training- publications- answering inquiries- consulting - providing opportunities for peer-to-peer
networking
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
An EDUCATOR, Not a REGULATOR
CLEAR defines its educator role by
- proactively identifying critical issues- providing a dynamic, interactive forum - collecting and disseminating information
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
INQUIRY AREAS
CLEAR supports three areas of substantive inquiry on an ongoing basis.
The annual conference program is structured around these areas.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
Area 1: PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINE
The percentage of budgets that most state and provincial agencies spend on professional discipline activities is quite high.
The current focus includes best practices in all phases of the investigative process from complaint to final decision.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
Area 2: CREDENTIALING/EXAM
S Candidate entry into professions and occupations is a critical part of the regulatory process.
Issues include: - leveraging the Internet
- managing exam programs - candidate accommodation
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
Area 3: POLICY / ADMINISTRATION
All agencies face the same policy and operational issues.
Current policy issues include:- disaster preparedness- unregulated professions- accountability- ethics
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
CLEAR sponsors four special interest groups:
- agency administrators- facilities regulation- health issues- legal issues
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
CLEAR EXAM REVIEW
CLEAR Exam Review (CER)
- a semi-annual journal
- focused on licensing examination issues
- intended for all audiences
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
CLEAR NEWS ONLINE CLEAR News is a Web log, providing timely
information relative to the CLEAR organization and on general issues of interest to professional regulators.
Anyone may receive notices by subscribing to CLEAR’s ListServe.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
CONFERENCES and BEYOND
CLEAR offers
- the premier annual conference on professional regulation
- training programs- topical seminars upon request
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
TRAINING PROGRAMS
- Board Member - Executive Leadership for Regulators- NCIT: Basic and Specialized- On demand
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
BOARD MEMBER TRAINING
- presented with annual conference
- available online
- provided upon sponsor request
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
ONLINE BMT CURRICULUM
- The History and Purpose of Regulation- Role of a Board Member- Administrative Rulemaking- Licensure Examinations- Professional Discipline- Continuing Competence
A self-paced course – each module takes about 40 minutes to complete
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
- The Executive Leadership Program for Regulators was prepared by Canadian and US regulators to meet the needs of both
- three-day program
- offered in conjunction with the annual conference and upon request
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP CURRICULUM
- Regulatory leadership
- Organizational culture and change
- Creating a positive public relations program
- Creating an appropriate working relationship with stakeholders / Art of negotiation
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
The NCIT- The National Certified Investigator/Inspector
Training (NCIT)
- started in 1984
- programs held several times a year throughout the US and Canada
- programs coordinated between CLEAR and host agencies
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
About the BASIC NCIT
- training modules include lectures, role playing, and video presentations
- basic program concludes with an examination that can lead to certification
- completion of the Basic NCIT is a prerequisite for attending the specialized program
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
BASIC NCIT Curriculum
- Administrative law and the regulatory process
- Professional conduct and inter-agency relations
- Investigative process
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
Basic NCIT Curriculum Cont’d.
- Principles of evidence
- Evidence collection, tagging and storage
- Interviewing techniques
- Report writing
- Administrative and criminal proceedings (US & Canadian versions offered)
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
SPECIALIZED NCIT Curriculum
Provides advanced certification in
– Advanced Interviewing– Investigative Analysis– Investigative Report Development
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
FACULTY
All CLEAR’s training programs are presented by faculty members expert in handling the common challenges faced by professional and occupational regulators.
Council on Licensure, Enforcement and RegulationAtlanta, Georgia2007 Annual Conference
TRAINING on DEMAND
Upon request, CLEAR can also meet various training needs.
You don’t have to shoulder the entire burden by yourself
CLEAR can come to your agency or organization
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WEBINARS- One-hour topical presentations
- Uses Web-based PowerPoint and audio
- Multiple attendees for one registration fee
- Participants can ask questions
- Participants provided post-session copy of the presentation
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COMMITTEES
Much of CLEAR's work is carried out through various standing committees and special interest groups.
These groups meet at least twice a year to conduct business.
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VOLUNTEERS
It is primarily through the extraordinary contribution of its many volunteer members that CLEAR accomplishes its mission.
You are cordially invited to join one or more of these committees. To participate, fill out the form in your packet.
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CLEARHQ.ORG
Last is CLEAR's much-beloved Web site. The address is http://www.clearhq.org
On this site, we have links to regulatory agencies, associations and other stakeholders as well as a host of other information.
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The BOTTOM LINE
CLEAR promotes regulatory excellence through its educational programs, networking opportunities, publications, inquiry and other services for everyone involved with the professional and occupational regulatory community.