The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) supports documented continuing professional development as a condition for maintaining status as a licensed Professional Engineer. ASCE also supports uniformity of continuing professional development requirements among licensing jurisdictions.

It is essential that practicing civil engineers remain current with issues and advancements in technology. In recent years, state boards and their state legislatures have also placed increasing importance on continuing professional development to assist practicing professionals maintaining and enhancing their competence.

With many civil engineers licensed in multiple states, and with the common objectives of continuing professional development, there are practical reasons for uniform continuing professional development requirements among licensing jurisdictions.

ASCE has a Fundamental Canon in its Code of Ethics that states engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers, and shall provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision.

ASCE is dedicated to the advancement of the profession of engineering to enhance the welfare of mankind. Continuing professional development can be used to maintain and enhance the competence of practicing professional engineers. ASCE is committed to providing leadership, encouragement, and opportunities to achieve this continuing professional development. Uniform continuing professional development requirements will advance the goal of this Policy.

ASCE Policy Statement 425
First Approved in 1994