Professional Development

The Association has a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program, including activities and publications. Guidelines and a CPD recording sheet are available on the ACPHA Web site.

Whilst some profession-specific CPD facilities are provided by the Association, members are expected to pursue CPD through relevant external avenues according to their needs. For training avenues see Links.

The following activities are planned:

History Week - At the Water's Edge

Wednesday, 10 September, 10.00am

MARINE SCIENCE AT THE WATER'S EDGE. In line with the maritime theme of History Week 2008, PHA (NSW) has organised a visit by chartered ferry to the Sydney Institute of Marine Science at historic Chowder Bay, the site of an important military establishment in the nineteenth century. The restored heritage buildings are now the centre for research into the marine life of Sydney Harbour. Lectures on the history of marine research in Sydney, and demonstrartions of current scientific activities will be followed by a picnic lunch on the foreshores. The boat will depart from Circular Quay at 10.00am on Wednesday, 10th September, returning at 2.00pm. Bookings are essential - 9252 9437 or secretary@phansw.org.au Cost - $30 for PHA members, $35 non-members.

PHA Christmas Party.

December

Other events being planned for 2008-9 include:

• How to be a Professional Historian
• Preparing a Publishable Article
• Advanced Oral History Techniques
• 'Focus Visit' to Powerhouse Discovery Centre

Bookings and enquiries: Please contact the PHA NSW Secretary secretary@phansw.org.au or 9252 9437 (PHA message service).