Qualiopi Mutual Support Group
July 16th 7:15pm
Here’s the usual tongue-in-cheek recap of the meeting,
once again, entirely written by our faithful transcription monitor, Tactiq:
Subject: The Great CPF Conundrum and Other Adventures
Hey Team,
Hope you’re all doing well and enjoying the summer sun (or at least the occasional glimpse of it)! We had a lively meeting recently, and I thought I’d share the highlights with you all. Buckle up, because it was quite the ride!
1. The Great CPF Mystery:
– Marjorie and Margherita are still trying to figure out if the CPF system is a labyrinth designed by ancient Greek gods. Spoiler: It probably is.
– Ian shared his epic battle with URSSAF and social charges. Apparently, they want a huge amount off him before Christmas. We’re considering starting a GoFundMe.
2. The Case of the Disappearing Students:
– Clare’s student has gone AWOL, possibly hiding in a bunker to avoid taking the TOEIC. Clare is now a part-time detective.
– Margherita’s student tried to cheat with his wife whispering answers next to him. Subtlety level: zero.
3. The Dyslexia Dilemma:
– We discussed the importance of being aware of dyslexia. Clare shared some great resources, including a MOOC, but unfortunately that’s now closed. Timing is everything, folks.
– Marjorie is on a quest to find out if her student is secretly dyslexic or just really bad at English.
4. The Polling Paradox:
– Ian will be sending out a poll to schedule the next Watchdog meeting. Remember, folks, click on it before it becomes ancient history.
5. The Audit Apocalypse:
– Kate’s audit is coming up in September. We’re all rallying behind her with virtual pom-poms and possibly a sacrificial goat to appease the audit gods.
6. The Handi-Capade:
– We need to be more prepared for students with special needs. Margherita has already taken a training course and is now our resident expert. Expect a pop quiz soon.
7. The Vague “Veille”:
– Marjorie suggested we share our best practices for the “Veille”. Spoiler: None of us have a clue what we’re doing, but we’re in this together.
8. The Summer Siesta:
– We’ll be taking a break until September. Enjoy the summer, recharge, and come back ready to tackle more CPF chaos.
That’s all for now, folks! If you have any questions, comments, or just want to share your own CPF horror stories, feel free to reach out. Have a fantastic summer!
Cheers!
But, of course, Tactiq also did us a more serious summary of the meeting:
Communication Issues:
Our website and using it to communicate between us.
Professional Status, social benefits and contributions:
Discussion on different professional statuses like Auto-entrepreneur (Micro-entrepreneur) and EI (Entrepreneur Individuel).
The benefits and drawbacks of being an EI versus an Auto-entrepreneur (Micro-entrepreneur).
We discussed contributions and social charges, including how they are calculated and paid.
Discussion on the CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) and its requirements.
Training and Certification.
CLOE Certification: Discussion on the CLOE certification process, including the cost, duration, and the necessity of becoming a partner.
ETS Global: ETS Global’s requirements and the need to connect to platforms like WEDOFF for better visibility and compliance.
Test Preparation: Experiences shared about students preparing for and taking certification tests, including issues with students not completing tests.
Test Compliance: Emphasis on the importance of students taking their certification tests and the potential consequences for non-compliance, including being banned from using CPF funds.
Regulatory and Compliance Issues
Audit and Compliance: Discussion on the importance of being prepared for audits, particularly regarding the new regulations and requirements for CPF and other certifications.
Handicap Awareness: Emphasis on the need to be aware of and prepared for students with disabilities, including training and tools to support dyslexic students.
Tools and Resources
Open Dyslexic Tool: Clare shared information about the Open Dyslexic tool, which helps convert documents to be more readable for dyslexic individuals.
MOOC on Dyslexia: Online training on dyslexia that provides valuable insights and tools for supporting dyslexic students. The latest session has just finished, so keep your eyes out for the next one.
- Also on FutureLearn (Lancaster University): https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/dyslexia
Future Meetings and Polls
Scheduling Future Meetings: Discussion on the need to schedule future meetings, possibly using a poll to determine the best dates.
Watchdog Meetings: Clarification on the purpose of Watchdog meetings versus the Qualiopi group, with Watchdog focusing more on technological and pedagogical updates and not on Qualiopi issues.
Miscellaneous
Sharing Best Practices: Marjorie suggested sharing best practices for maintaining compliance and staying updated with regulations.
Training and Development: Mention of various training opportunities and the importance of continuous professional development.
Great work all, it seemed like a very interesting meeting. Loved also your humurous take, Ian. Sorry about your URSSAF issues. You could firstly stagger payments out over a two year period, and then in the meanwhile, look to see if it was miscalculated. But I am not sure of the full story here, so hopefully when I catch up after holidays, I will learn more. Thanks to all the participants, hosts, and all in TLN Watchdog meetings and Qualiopi Mutual Support Group. Excellent group.
Thanks Ian for hosting the Watchdog meeting October 30 2024. You did a great job and it was lovely talking to all the otheres.
Thanks Kathleen,
It’s great to see that our Watchdogs and Qualiopi Support Group meetings are keeping the momentum going, with two regular meetings every month.
It’s what the spirit of the Language Network is all about, and a tribute to Claire, who put so much energy into it.