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or years, PERC’s Certified Employee Training Once a learner completes a module and the
Program (CETP) set the standard for the indus- knowledge assessment, their progress will be recorded
try. Now, PERC has taken key learnings from that in an online transcript within The Learning Center. This
Fcomprehensive program to create PEP—the transcript replaces the CETP certificate.
PERC Education Program. Starting in 2025, PEP will One of the most significant advantages of PEP
begin to replace CETP. is its focus on role-based learning paths. Each path is
Unlike CETP, which was comprised of exten- designed with specific roles in mind, guiding learners
sive programs filled with additional information, PEP is through the necessary training that aligns with their
designed to deliver training in shorter, more focused professional responsibilities. Currently available learn-
modules. This task-specific training empowers learners ing paths include Bobtail Delivery Driver, Gas Piping
by providing them with precisely the information they Installer, and more.
need, when they need it, facilitating a faster transition PERC has also been named an accredited
to work without compromising safety. provider by the International Accreditors for Continu-
PEP provides robust safety training through ing Education and Training (IACET). This accreditation
new “learning paths.” These paths arrange training allows PERC to issue IACET continuing education units
modules so that the learning builds upon itself, starting (CEUs) for instructor-led and eLearning PEP sessions.
with foundational knowledge and progressing to more As PERC continues to develop new materials
complex content. that reflect the changing landscape of the propane
industry, additional
learning paths will
be introduced in The
Learning Center.

Those looking to learn
more about PEP should
visit Propane.com.
Under the "Safety and
Education" tab, visitors
can find comprehen-
sive information about
the program, including
timelines for implemen-
tation and additional
resources. Utilizing
the FAQs, compari-
son charts, and other
materials available on
the site, employers and
employees can better
navigate this transition
in propane education.
For more information
on the PERC Education
Program, visit Propane.
com/PEP.■

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