PERC Education Program
CETP to PEP Transition
The PERC Education Program (PEP) is a new employee training program, transitioning from the CETP (Certified Employee Training Program), that’s function-based, modular, and completely customizable. This valuable new training system puts the focus on training the necessary skills for specific jobs, ensuring employees are focused on learning the information they truly need.
Our Goal:
To provide effective, high-quality training to the people working in our industry.
PERC is IACET Accredited
One of PERC’s goals has always been to provide effective, high-quality training to the people working in our industry. PERC is an accredited provider by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). A key advantage of this accreditation is knowing that with IACET certification, PEP is held to a high, verifiable standard. This also allows PERC to issue IACET continuing education units (CEUs) for instructor-led and eLearning PEP sessions.
PEP-Recognized Instructors and PEP- Recognized Field Trainers
These optional recognitions indicate that the instructor or trainer has passed a rigorous training program to learn more about how to deliver effective in-person training. Recognition also enables the instructor or field trainer to grant CEUs to learners.
Everything You Need is in The Learning Center
Whether your company prefers eLearning modules or in-person sessions, you’ll find a comprehensive suite of PEP content conveniently available in one place for both initial and refresher training. For learners, enrolling in eLearning is simple, and all related resources for each module are just a click away for download. Instructors are also well supported. The Learning Center provides everything from student notebooks and instructor guides to ready-to-use PowerPoint presentations, all downloadable for your classroom sessions. These tools are designed to streamline your preparation and enhance the learning experience.
PEP Content is Customizable
PEP content is designed with flexibility in mind, making it easy to customize training that is relevant, targeted, and high‑value to your employees and organization.
The Learning Paths Timeline
2025
CETP Programs that have been replaced with PEP Learning Paths
• CETP 1.0 Basic Principles and Practices of Propane
• CETP 2.2 Bobtail Delivery Operations
• CETP 2.4 Cylinder Delivery Operations
• CETP 4.1 Designing and Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems
• CETP 4.2 Placing Vapor Distribution Systems into Operations
2026
CETP Programs that will be replaced with PEP Learning Paths
• CETP 3.1-3.5 Basic Plant Operations
• CETP 3.6 Performing Railcar Product Transfer
• CETP 5.1 Designing & Installing Dispenser Transfer Systems
• Transport Operator
• Cylinder Requalification
2027
CETP Programs that will be replaced with PEP Learning Paths
• CETP 4.3 Installing Appliances and Interior Vapor Distribution Systems
• CETP 4.4 Basic Electricity for Propane Appliance Service
• CETP 4.5 Basic Appliance Service and Troubleshooting
• CETP 4.6 Advanced Propane Appliance Service and Troubleshooting
PEP Currently has Learning Paths Available
Schedule
CETP to PEP Comparisons
CETP 1.0 Basic Principles & Practices
Module 2
Propane Customer Applications and Customer Service
Module 3
Sources and Physical Properties Of Propane
Module 4
Odorants and Service Interruptions
Module 5
Complete and Incomplete Combustion Characteristics
Module 6
Standards, Regulations, and Safety
Module 7
Bulk Plants
Module 8
DOT Cylinders, Propane Piping, and Residential Systems
CETP 2.2 Bobtail Delivery Operations
Module 2
DOT Licensing and Driving Requirements
PEP
Included in Entry Level Driver Training
Module 3
Vehicle Inspections, Identification, and Documentation
Module 4
Safely Handling Hazardous Materials
Module 5
Driving Defensively and Handling Accidents and Emergencies
Module 6
Vehicle Parking, Servicing, and Security
Module 7
Bobtail Equipment and Systems
Module 8
Bobtail Inspections
Module 9
Loading Bobtails
PEP
Module 10
Unloading Bobtails
Module 11
Injecting Methanol and Evacuating Containers
Module 12
Safety Information
CETP 2.4 Cylinder Delivery Operations
Module 2
DOT Licensing and Driving Requirements
PEP
Included in Entry Level Driver Training
Module 3
Vehicle Inspections, Identification, and Documentation
Module 4
Safely Handling Hazardous Materials
Module 5
Driving Defensively and Handling Accidents and Emergencies
Module 6
Vehicle Parking, Servicing, and Security
Module 7
Preparing Cylinders For Filling
PEP
Servicing Propane Containers – In Development
Propane Storage Containers and Valves
Preparing Containers for Service
Repair and Replace Propane Container Valves and Components – In Development
Module 8
Filling Cylinders
PEP
Dispensing Propane Safely
Dispensing Propane From a Cylinder Dock – In Development
Filling Propane Containers at a Bulk
Plant
Dispensing Propane From a Cylinder Dock – In Development
Module 9
Delivering Cylinders
PEP
Module 10
Safety Information
CETP 3.1-.5 Basic Plant Operations
Module 1
Identify the Main Components of a Bulk Plant
PEP
Various PEP modules as they apply to the task.
Module 2
Operate the Propane Liquid Supply System
PEP
Various PEP modules as they apply to the task.
Module 3
Inspect and Fill DOT Cylinders
PEP
Module 4
Inspect and Fill Vehicle-Mounted ASME Tanks
PEP
In Development
Filling Propane Containers at a Bulk Plant
Module 5
Requalify DOT Cylinders by Visual Inspection
Module 6
Maintain Cylinders and ASME Tanks
PEP
Preparing Containers for Service
Evacuating Propane Containers
Propane Container Pre-Fill Pre-Exchange Inspection
Repair and Replace Propane Container Valves and Components – In Development
Preparing Containers for Service
Corrosion Prevention
Unloading Propane Railcars – In Development
Module 7
Unload a Cargo Tank Motor Vehicle (CTMV)
PEP
Various PEP modules as they apply to the task.
Module 8
Module 8: Uncontrolled Propane Release
Module 9
Maintain Bulk Plant Systems and Equipment
Module 10
Bulk Plant Tasks Requiring Additional Training
PEP
Various PEP modules as they apply to the task.
CETP 4.1 Designing and Installing Exterior Vapor Distribution Systems
Module 2
Designing Vapor Distribution Systems: Container and Lines
PEP
Module 3
Designing Vapor Distribution Systems: Regulators and Meters
Module 4
Preparing System Components For Transport
Module 5
Installing Containers
Module 6
Installing Lines
Module 7
Installing Regulators and Meters
Module 8
Tank-To-Tank Transfer
Module 9
System Tests
Module 10
Safety Information
CETP 4.2 Placing Vapor Distribution Systems and Appliances Into Operation
Module 2
Vapor Distribution Systems
Module 3
Validating Vapor Distribution Systems
PEP
Module 4
Identifying Venting Requirements
PEP
Module 5
Validating Combustion Air Requirements
PEP
Module 6
Leak Check
Module 7
Purging Air From a Piping System
Module 8
Appliance Startup
Module 9
Appliance Controls and Safety Devices
Module 10
Spillage Test
Module 11
Identifying Burning Characteristics of Propane
Module 12
Safety Information
PEP Program Details
PEP Brochure
PEP is about to change the way your train. Read through this foldable brochure to learn all the highlights of PEP. It includes information on what has changed, some of the most helpful FAQs, and more.
PEP FAQs
Find the answers to questions you’re asking yourself about the new PERC Education Program- from why PERC is making the change, to what the new changes mean to you and your company. Keep this two page document nearby to help answer your coworkers questions about the change, as well.
Become A PEP Recognized Instructor
This brochure explains the benefits of becoming a PEP- Recognized Instructor- someone who can issue CEUs to their in person classes.
PEP Webinar
Download and present this PowerPoint to your company or other interested parties on PEP and the switch away from CETP. This presentation includes all of the information your company needs to understand the timing of the change, how it impacts them, and how they will be able to complete training more efficiently and effectively to get them back into their everyday, with new or renewed skills under their belt.
PEP-Recognized Field Trainer
This brochure explains the benefits of becoming a PEP-Recognized Field Trainer who can deliver more effective On-The-Job training.
Virtual Reality Learning
Complement your training with immersive virtual reality. Download this brochure and see how to get started with VR with the first two PERC VR modules on Small Cylinder Propane Filling and Lighting Appliance Pilots.
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