Continuous Learning

Acquisition workforce (AWF) professionals perform a vital role in an evolving acquisition ecosystem. As such, AWF professionals must maintain a current knowledge base, develop critical thinking abilities, have an awareness of innovations and leading-edge technologies to achieve successful acquisition outcomes.

FY2024 OFPP Acquisition Flash 24-02: Training and Development of Civilian Agency Acquisition Professionals

FY2022 OFPP Acquisition Flash 22-01: Continuous Learning (CL) Requirements

FY2020 OFPP Acquisition Flash 20-02: Additional Training and Development Options to Consider in FY 2020

FY2020 OFPP Acquisition Flash 20-01: Recommended Training and Development for FAC-C, FAC-COR and FAC-P/PM Holders

CL Policy Requirements

Acquisition Workforce (AWF) professionals holding a FAC-C, FAC-COR, or FAC-P/PM certification are required to obtain the required continuous learning points (CLPs) within the two-year common continuous learning period. The current continuous learning period began on May 1, 2024 and ends on April 30, 2026.

Continuous Learning Points Requirements

Certification	Level	Requirement
FAC-C (Professional)	n/a	100 CLPs required beginning May 1, 2024
FAC-COR	I II III	8 CLPs 40 CLPs 40 CLPs
FAC-P/PM	I II III	80 CLPs 80 CLPs 80 CLPs
FAC-P/PM Information Technology	n/a	20 of the 80 mandatory CLPs must be achieved by topics associated with the IT core-plus area (FAC-P/PM-IT, see Attachment 4)

OFPP Guidance on Meeting the Requirement for Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) which includes the types of activities to obtain CLPs and the amount of CLPs for each type of activity.

Training is just one means of achieving CLPs. Numerous acquisition-related learning activities are now accessible, designed to help AWF professionals stay up to date on new policies, processes, and technical and professional capabilities.

Continuous Learning Sample Activities

OJT Experiential Learning Opportunities = 1 CLP per hour of activity; maximum 20 CLPs per year

Coaching and Mentoring = 1 CLP per hour of activity; maximum 20 CLPs per year>

Try an innovative technique in your upcoming acquisition = Up to 3 CLPs

Open Opportunities - short term experiential project = 1 CLP per hour of activity

Formal or Informal Training (such as FAI/DAU classroom or online courses) = 1 CLP per hour of instruction

Accredited Higher Education Courses (college courses) = Generally, 10 CLPs per semester or quarter hour

Continuing Education Unit (CEU) = 10 CLPs per CEU

Equivalency Exam = Same points as awarded for the course

Conferences, Seminars and training presentations = 1 CLP per hour, including preparation; maximum of 20 CLPs per year

Association Leadership Role = 1 CLP per hour; maximum of 20 CLPs per year

Professional License or Certification = 20 to 40 CLPs

Publication = 1 CLP per hour of material preparation; maximum of 20 CLPs per year

Continuous Learning Developmental Assignment Examples

Tenure	CLPs	Tenure	CLPs
1 month 2 months 3 months	20 CLPs 30 CLPs 35 CLPs	6 months 9 months 12 months	45 CLPs 65 CLPs 80 CLPs

Developmental assignments are based on learning achieved and length of assignment / detail

Questions - Contact your agency Acquisition Career Manager (ACM) or small agency representative (SAR).

Training Sources for Continuous Learning Points

Below are some training sources that can be used to acquire CLPs (Note: This is not an all-inclusive list).

Training Sources for Continuous Learning Points

FAI CSOD

Offers a variety of self-paced training opportunities available from both FAI and the Defense Acquisition University (DAU). Search FAI CSOD to locate training opportunities in a variety of acquisition specialties.

Acquisition Open Opportunities

Earn up to one CLP per hour working on short term experiential projects. Be sure to share these ideas with your acquisition teams, colleagues, and customers.

Fed Center.GOV

Offers acquisition training courses dealing with environmental stewardship and compliance.

GSA’s Section508.GOV

Training intended to improve the understanding of IT accessibility, and Section 508 law, and help employees produce digital tools and content that conform to 508 Standards.

Skillsoft

Skillsoft courses that align with FAC P/PM competencies are available through individual agency Learning Management Systems (LMS). Check with your agency acquisition career manager or small agency representative regarding continuous learning point credit.

Guides and Tools

Acquisition Gateway: A workspace for acquisition professionals and federal buyers to connect with resources, tools and each other to improve acquisition government-wide.

1102 Experience Development Tool: For contract professionals and their supervisors to identify and document participation in the most common 1102 job tasks, show areas where more experience is needed, and help identify knowledge gaps.

Open Opportunities: A government-wide program offering professional development opportunities to current federal employees and internships to students. Facilitates collaboration and knowledge sharing across the federal government.

P/PM Toolkit: For all acquisition workforce professionals, not just P/PMs, the toolkit is a knowledge base containing policies and guidance; training; resources; playbooks; communities of practice; and universities with PM certificates.

COR Toolkit: Is a knowledge base tool with a comprehensive set of links to policies, resources, training and communities of practice all in one place.

Contracting Professional's Career Roadmap: Provides contracting professionals and their supervisors with a guide to getting started in the 1102 career field.

FAI Media Library: A collection of video products, audio podcasts and lectures, and other selected material all relating to the challenges of acquisition in the federal workspace.