Counting on Success: CPD Accreditation in Finance and Accounting

In this blog, we're focusing on the importance of CPD and CPD accreditation in the Finance and Accounting sector.

We've partnered with many training providers that deliver quality training... here's a few of our approved providers that you should check out...

We've partnered with Xero Accounting Software!

The CPD Group are proud to partner with Xero Accounting Software. Xero offers integrated bookkeeping, accounts, tax returns and practice management, along with dedicated expertise to help accountants improve practice efficiencies and make a difference to their clients’ businesses.

We've accredited the six Xero Roadshows that took place across the UK, which you can learn more about here! If you missed the Roadshow, we also accredited recordings of key talks as webinars, so you can gain CPD credits from them even if you weren't in attendance!

Future Connect Training: AAT Qualifications

Future Connect Training offers a wide array of Accountancy Training programs that cater to specific job requirements, focusing on enhancing your proficiency and employability. They have a focused development process that is tailored to you to help you reach your career goals at your own pace. Check them out here!

The Accountants Wealth Academy

The Accountants Wealth Academy is run by accountant Jeri Williams FCA 🐪. Jeri runs group coaching sessions to help accountants and bookkeepers make the most of their business and give them the confidence to be successful! The academy currently has a waiting list, so be sure to get in while you can! Check the academy out here.

Why is accreditation important in this industry?

✅ Professional Recognition: CPD accreditation enhances the professional standing of individuals within the finance and accounting sectors. Accredited CPD activities are often recognised by professional bodies and employers, reinforcing the commitment of individuals to ongoing learning and development.

✅ Regulatory Compliance: Many regulatory bodies in the finance and accounting fields require professionals to meet certain yearly CPD requirements to maintain their licenses or certifications. CPD accreditation ensures that the activities undertaken align with the standards set by the regulating authorities.

How many CPD Credits do accounts need?

CPD Credits are what accountants and other professionals use to track the amount of CPD hours they complete to log with their employers or professional body.

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants states that "Most members will follow the CPD unit route and need to complete 40 units of CPD annually" This means that accountants should be undertaking 40 hours of annual CPD training, whether that be taking courses, attending events, taking part in workshops or anything that allows them to develop their skills.

How do I get my Accounts and Finance Courses Accredited?

Let's take a look at the accreditations services we offer for the finance and accounting industry:

Step 1: Provider Approval The first step is to approve an organisation, such as an accounting firm or financial consultancy, as an approved CPD provider. This process ensures that the organisation adheres to the required standards and practices for professional development in the accounting and finance sector. Once approved, the organisation receives a certificate, an official CPD provider logo, and a unique provider number, all at no cost.

Step 2: Activity Accreditation This step involves accrediting specific training courses or educational activities related to accounting and finance. These could include courses on tax legislation, financial modeling, audit techniques or corporate finance, for example.

Accreditation benefits include listing the course on The CPD Register, granting the provider the authority to award CPD credits to participants, and affirming the high quality of the course through a verifiable logo.

Step 3: Trainer Accreditation In this stage, individual trainers or educators specialising in finance and accounting subjects can seek accreditation.

This accreditation recognises and displays their expertise in delivering high-quality, effective training in their field.

Accredited trainers receive a Trainer ID Card, a certificate, the right to use a designated CPD logo, and inclusion on The CPD register. These accreditations are typically valid for 3 years, underscoring the trainer's commitment to ongoing professional development in the accounting and finance industry.

If you deliver training in accounting and finance and want to learn more about our services; get in touch today! We're always here to help.

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Looking for CPD Accreditation?

We accredit a wide range of CPD activities, so take a look at the different types of accreditation we offer to find what suits you best:

• CPD Courses
• CPD Webinars
• CPD Edutorials
• CPD Audio Podcasts
• CPD Video Podcasts
• CPD Accredited Events
• CPD Trainers
• CPD Employers

Every activity we accredit is assessed individually against our A.C.C.R.E.D.I.T.E.D Framework and listed on The CPD Register, where you can verify its accreditation status before you commit.

How to become an accredited CPD Provider

We hope this article was helpful. The CPD Group is the first CPD accreditation organisation to be certified by The CPD Register, working with over 13,000 approved providers across 170+ countries and 100+ industries. Every course, webinar, event or podcast we accredit is assessed on its own merit, never as part of a blanket approval.

If you're delivering training, running events, hosting a podcast, or creating any learning content that offers genuine professional development value, we'd love to help you get it accredited. Visit our Become a CPD Provider page or contact our team for a friendly chat about what we can do for you. If you're a learner looking to track, store and verify your own CPD, create your free CPD Passport - it connects directly to The CPD Register for instant verification of your accredited learning.