Participants must complete a total of 36 months service commitment within a 48-month time period in order to successfully complete their commitment under the CPT program. The service commitment must be performed under the new title. However, Community Health Workers and Patient Care Managers must begin in their respective titles but may be promoted if they stay with a qualified employer.
Under limited circumstances, a break in service commitment may be granted. Breaks up to 12 weeks duration and under the following circumstances could be permissible, without impact to the service commitment:
Caring for your own serious health condition, including illness, injury, or pregnancy / childbirth.
Caring for a family member with a serious health condition, including illness, injury, or pregnancy / childbirth.
Maternity / paternity leave
Time to bond with a new child
Active-duty military
Managing affairs while a family member is on active duty.