The assessment-based Scheme
The CPD Cycle
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an ongoing process of reflection, planning, learning and review. Explore each stage of the cycle to discover how effective CPD supports your professional growth throughout your career.
Reflect
Consider your current skills, knowledge and experience. Reflect on your achievements, strengths and development needs to identify opportunities for professional growth.
Plan
Define clear development goals and identify activities, learning opportunities and experiences that will help you achieve them.
Act
Undertake development activities such as courses, conferences, mentoring, volunteering, workplace projects and independent learning.
Record
Maintain evidence of learning activities and achievements, recording how each experience has contributed to your professional development.
Review
Evaluate the effectiveness of your activities and assess how they have helped you achieve your objectives before beginning the next cycle.
CPD Resources
Download the templates below to help you plan, record and review your continuing professional development activities.