Continuing Professional Development
What is CPD?
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) plays an essential role in the growth and advancement of professionals across various industries. It ensures that individuals stay up to date with the latest developments, skills, and knowledge in their industry or field.
CPD takes a variety forms, ranging from courses and podcasts to webinars and events. Regardless of its format, all CPD is designed to provide learners with new expertise and allow them to maintain high standards of practice in their career. The CPD Groups aim is to elevate CPD standards worldwide through accrediting traditional and emerging forms of CPD.
Forms of professional development
What are the different types of CPD?
CPD encompasses a wide range of activities that cater to various learning preferences and professional aspirations. From structured courses and interactive seminars to dynamic webinars and insightful podcasts, the world of CPD has a wealth of opportunities waiting to be explored. Some of the different types of CPD include…
CPD courses are structured learning programs designed to provide in-depth knowledge and skill development within a specific industry or field. CPD courses can be in-person classroom courses, or they may take place online through learning management systems. The type of CPD course you take will depend on your preferred learning style, we’ve included a few examples of CPD courses below:
CPD seminars are short, focused presentations on specific topics, often conducted by experts in the field. Seminars often encourage discussion and learner participation. These are great for learners who perform better in an in-person setting and are looking to improve their knowledge on a specific area in detail.
Online seminars or presentations that provide real-time interaction with experts and peers, often covering current trends and best practices. Webinars offer the same benefits as Seminars, but due to their online nature they can be accessed any time, anywhere. This makes learning more convenient.
These are interactive sessions that allow participants to engage in hands-on learning, problem-solving, and skill-building exercises. These are particularly well-suited for individuals who thrive through hands-on learning, finding greater value in active participation and engagement rather than passive listening to topic explanations.
These are interactive online modules or courses that allow professionals to learn at their own pace and convenience. These are great for learners with busy lifestyles who prefer to fit learning around their own schedule, as well as those who prefer independent learning.
CPD Conferences and Events
These are large-scale events featuring a series of presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities centred around a particular industry or theme. These are excellent for professionals who want to experience a range of different learning experiences. They are also a great place to network with other professionals and share knowledge and expertise.
CPD Podcasts
These are large-scale events featuring a series of presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities centred around a particular industry or theme. These are excellent for professionals who want to experience a range of different learning experiences. They are also a great place to network with other professionals and share knowledge and expertise.
Collaborative learning
CPD Mentoring or Coaching
Mentoring is a collaborative and nurturing relationship between a seasoned expert and a less experienced individual. A CPD coach or mentor serves as a skilled facilitator, working with you to set clear objectives, create actionable plans, and track progress toward achieving your goals.
If you’re looking for a coach or mentor, it’s important to ensure they are accredited by a trusted accreditation body like The CPD Group. CPD Trainer Accreditation make sure your coach or mentor is fully qualified and experienced to deliver a quality learning service.
Learning at work
CPD On-the-Job Training
Learning through practical work experiences, mentorship, and guidance from colleagues.
This immersive approach recognizes that some of the most valuable lessons and skill enhancements occur within the context of one's daily work environment. On-the-Job CPD is a powerful way to acquire knowledge, refine skills, and embrace new challenges.
CPD Articles
A CPD Article is a piece of content designed to contribute to the ongoing education and skill development of professionals in a specific industry or field. This may be in a magazine, blog, newsletter, handbook, journal article, online publication or newspaper. This type of CPD works well for those who learn better from reading information.
What do The CPD Group accredit?
We take pride in accrediting a diverse range of CPD activities to support professionals in their pursuit of continuous learning and growth. Our accreditation services are:
CPD Provider
This FREE approval assesses a company or training provider to ensure all the
processes are in place to deliver great CPD. Once approved, training providers can go on to accredit
activities.
CPD Courses
We assess courses against our A.C.C.R.E.D.I.T.E.D Framework to ensure quality. Once accredited,
courses are listed on The CPD Register and will carry a specific amount of trackable CPD Credits.
CPD Trainers
This accreditation verifies an individual’s ability to effectively deliver CPD courses, ensuring they have the relevant expertise and qualifications. Once accredited, Trainers receive an exclusive CPD Trainer Card.
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CPD Webinars
This specialised accreditation is formulated for online seminars, known as webinars.
Webinar attendees will be able to scan a QR code at the end of the webinar and receive CPD credits
and a certificate.
CPD Podcasts
We now have a specialised service to accredit audio-based learning! Each podcast
will receive a verification number for listeners to verify their accreditation and collect CPD
minutes and an accredited certificate.
CPD Edutorials
This accreditation assesses articles within publications and accredits them to
ensure a quality learning experience. Readers will be able to scan a bespoke QR code and collect
CPD minutes and a CPD certificate.
CPD Employers
We accredit and endorse employers that go above and beyond to engage their employees
in great CPD. This is a FREE recognition for employers that value professional development for their
staff.
CPD Events
This FREE accreditation provides credibility for conferences, exhibitions, lecture series, trade shows, and more. We provide bespoke QR codes for attendees to scan and receive a FREE CPD certificate and CPD credits.
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