CSCB Professional Development Modules

Overview

As an addition to other courses and services offered to both CSCB members and non-members, the CSCB offers six on-line modules on single subjects of interest:

• Canadian Harmonized System of Tariff Classification
• Understanding NAFTA
• Valuation
• Refunds
• AMPS (Administrative Monetary Penalty System)
• Export Documentation and Regulations

The six subjects selected are subjects which students in other courses have expressed the most interest. A certificate of completion will be sent to the student upon completing four of the six modules.

For CCS designates, succcessful completion of one module is worth 20 CCS points.

In order to enroll in one or all of these courses, please complete the Enrolment Application Form [PDF]. If paying by credit card, please fax your completed application to 613-562-3548. If you prefer to send a cheque or money order, you may print the completed application and send it by mail to the CSCB at:

Suite 320, 55 Murray Street
Ottawa, ON K1N 5M3

Once your enrolment application has been processed, you will receive a password and identification from the CSCB. This will allow you to access the internet course on the CSCB website. After 90 days, your password and identification will expire, so you must complete the course within that timeframe. We suggest that you allow yourself one week to complete each lesson.

Re-enrolment fee is 1/2 the usual fee. Students re-enrolling must do so within 2 weeks of their original password expiry date.

Course Descriptions

All courses are offered through the internet only. Interactive quizzes are included in the courses. Enrolment is on a continuous intake basis and access to course material is provided for a maximum of 90 days, during which time the course and final examination must be completed.

Students will have access to a message board where they can ask questions, make comments and suggestions, and answer questions posted by other students. At this time, the on-line professional development modules are available in English only.

Canadian Harmonized System of Tariff Classification

Students will:

• review the structure of the customs tariff;
• learn how tariff treatments affect the rate of duty;
• study and become familiar with the General Interpretive Rules; and
• learn how to determine the correct tariff classification for goods entering Canada.

Understanding NAFTA

Students will:

• receive detailed instruction on how to complete a Certificate of Origin;
• learn how to determine which origin criterion applies;
• learn how to determine the correct tariff treatment; and
• become familiar with the tariff shift and regional value content rules.

Valuation

Students will:

• review the six methods of valuation;
• learn how to apply the value for duty codes; and,
• receive detailed instruction on how to determine the correct value for duty.

Refunds

Students will:

• receive detailed instruction on how to complete form B2;
• become familiar with the time limits for filing refund claims;
• learn the self-adjustment process; and
• review the difference between a refund and a correction.

AMPS (Administrative Monetary Penalty System)

Students will:

• learn why AMPS was developed
• learn how to appeal a penalty
• receive information on how to prevent penalties
• become familiar with other enforcement measures

Export Documentation and Regulations

Students will:

• understand what documentation may be needed prior to export and why
• understand the exporter and carriers legal obligation to report exports to the CBSA
• determine if an export permit is required
• be aware of penalties for non-compliance on exports