The National Teaching Council (NTC) is a professional association that recognizes and accredits tutors in Ghana.
As a member of the NTC, you have access to a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities and a public portfolio of your qualifications and experience.
One of the key benefits of NTC membership is the ability to earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
CPD points are earned by participating in training, workshops, and other professional development activities, and they are required to maintain your NTC accreditation.
In this article, we will walk you through the process of checking your CPD points, uploading certificates, and other essential tasks related to your NTC membership and portfolio.
Checking Your NTC CPD Points
The first step in tracking your CPD progress is to log in to your NTC account. Once you are logged in, you will be able to view your CPD points in the “My CPD” section of your account.
If you have recently completed a professional development activity that you believe should be reflected in your CPD points, you may need to submit evidence of your participation.
This can be done by uploading certificates or other documentation in the “My CPD” section of your account.
It’s important to note that CPD points are awarded based on the quality and relevance of the professional development activity, not the length of time spent on it.
This means that a half-day workshop on a relevant topic may be awarded the same number of CPD points as a full-day workshop on a less relevant topic.
Uploading Certificates on NTC Portal
Once you have completed a professional development activity and have received a certificate or other documentation, you can upload it to your NTC account in the “My CPD” section. This will allow the NTC to verify your participation and award the appropriate CPD points.
When uploading certificates, it’s important to make sure that the document is legible and that the relevant information, such as the name of the activity, the date, and your name, is clearly visible.
You can upload multiple certificates at once by using the “Choose File” button. Once you have selected the files, click the “Upload” button to complete the process.
Managing Your NTC Public Portfolio
As an NTC member, you have the option to create a public portfolio of your qualifications, experience, and professional development activities. This portfolio is accessible to anyone who visits the NTC website, and it can be a useful tool for promoting your services and demonstrating your expertise to potential clients.
To manage your public portfolio, log in to your NTC account and go to the “My Portfolio” section. Here, you can add, edit, or delete items in your portfolio, such as your qualifications, experience, and CPD activities.
You can also choose what information is visible to the public by using the “Privacy Settings” option.
Being a member of the National Tutoring Council comes with many benefits, including the ability to earn CPD points, which are required to maintain your NTC accreditation.
The process of checking your CPD points, uploading certificates, and managing your public portfolio is easy and straightforward, and it’s important to stay on top of these tasks to ensure that your NTC accreditation stays active.
By following the steps outlined in this article, you will be able to manage your NTC membership with ease and confidence.
