About CPD

CPD “Continuing Professional Development (CPD)” is defined as a range of learning activities through which health professionals maintain and develop throughout their career to ensure that they retain their capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice.

FAQ

How should I allocate my CPD time?

The majority of institutions and professional bodies will allow members to choose subjects of relevance to them, whilst a minority will require their members to seek CPD training on a particular range of core subjects. All professionals must understand how CPD should be recorded and how much learning time is required for their role each year. As a general rule, we advise that at least 50% of CPD be completed in a structured CPD / active learning environment.

Why is CPD important?

CPD is important because it helps professionals demonstrate that they are aware of any relevant new standards and information, and provides them with the confidence that they need to use them within their work.

Ongoing CPD is also an important part of many professional bodies, including the General Medical Council, Royal College of Nursing, and the Royal Institute of British Architects, which require it in order to maintain membership.

Who needs to undertake CPD?

All Chartered Institute members and members in public practice must undertake the mandatory completion of CPD.

What are the types of CPD learning?

This includes any participatory learning and interactive development activities, including:

  • Training courses.
  • E-learning courses.
  • Workshops.
  • Seminars.
  • Conferences.

What is CPD accreditation?

The CPD Certification Service is an accreditation organisation that certifies a range of learning activities, including training courses, events, conferences, workshops and seminars. CPD certification is a sign of quality, and demonstrates that a learning activity meets their high standards.

All of our training courses are CPD certified, which means that they are of the highest quality and can be used as part of your personal CPD plan.