The CPD Certification Service

Established in 1996, The CPD Certification Service is an independent organisation with over 30 years' experience providing CPD accreditation. With members in over 100 countries, our CPD providers benefit from the ability to promote themselves as part of an international community.

Tens of thousands of training courses, events, eLearning programs, conferences, workshops and seminars have been formally CPD certified by us to date, adding value to both professional audiences and training providers. Contact our team today to discuss how your organisation can become a CPD provider.

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CPD Explained

Modern society continues to develop in a time of rapid technological advancement, fast-changing consumer needs and continuously adapting working environment.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development and is the term used to describe the learning activities professionals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. Continuing Professional Development enables learning to become conscious and proactive, rather than passive and reactive.

What is CPD?

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There is an increasing expectation for professionals to undertake Continuing Professional Development regardless of industry sector, career level, job role and responsibilities.

CPD is a powerful learning tool to improve skills, ensure academic qualifications do not become outdated, and take an empowering approach to career progression. Search for CPD courses, seminars, events and providers.

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CPD Accreditation for training and events

The CPD Certification Service helps organisations to structure their expertise into a clear approach to learning. This structured learning can contribute towards professionals' CPD requirements.

CPD accreditation supports organisations in responding to evolving industry and learner expectations. Organisations from a wide range of industry sectors use CPD accreditation to add value to their training and events.

The CPD Certification Service provides accreditation for organisations ranging from small firms to large training providers, multi-national corporations, conference & events organisers, universities, further education colleges, local authorities, councils and Government departments. Contact our team today to find out how to become an accredited CPD provider.

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Record your CPD

It is important for all individuals to manage their Continuing Professional Development log effectively on a regular basis.

The myCPD Portal is a powerful free online CPD record tool to help professionals to keep their educational training log up to date.

Keep a track of training courses, workshops, seminars, eLearning, conferences and events that you have attended throughout the year.

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Manchester City Council, Directorate for Children and Families

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman

University of St Andrews Business School

University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership

Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Headquarters Secretariat

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)

Cancer Research UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre

*Each organisation featured has had specific learning activities certified through membership with The CPD Certification Service

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Education 10/06/26

Choice Overload and the Quiet Rise of Decision Anxiety

This informal CPD article was provided by Sandeep Bhalla, Facilitator at Catalystia, a dedicated platform for aspiring and practicing career counselors committed to shaping student futures with purpose- one student at a time.

Education 10/06/26

The Psychology of Purpose: Finding Direction Without Needing a Crystal Ball

This informal CPD article. ‘The Psychology of Purpose: Finding Direction Without Needing a Crystal Ball‘, was provided by Amrita Ghulati, Program Architect at Catalystia, a dedicated platform for aspiring and practicing career counselors committed to shaping student futures with purpose- one student at a time.

Legal 10/06/26

Digital Engagement Practices in Investment Services: Why the Regulatory Spotlight Moved, and Where It Now Sits

This informal CPD article, ‘Digital Engagement Practices in Investment Services: Why the Regulatory Spotlight Moved, and Where It Now Sits’, was provided by Nikolas Demetriades, founder of CPDs.Academy, a CPD training platform delivering compliance education for professionals in EU-regulated financial services.

Education 10/06/26

The Knowledge Gap in Vaccination: Why Continuous Professional Development in Healthcare Has Never Mattered More

This informal CPD article ‘The Knowledge Gap in Vaccination: Why Continuous Professional Development in Healthcare Has Never Mattered More’ was provided by Cima Care, who offer extensive training in vaccination and public health, advancing global health initiatives.

Social Care 09/06/26

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Children’s Residential Care: Building Safer and More Inclusive Services

This informal CPD article ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Children’s Residential Care: Building Safer and More Inclusive Services’, was provided by Rachel Webb of Phoenix-Kaw Care Consultancy, a health and social care training and consultancy organisation dedicated to improving standards of care across the sector.

Social Care 09/06/26

Substance Misuse in Children’s Residential Care: Trauma-Informed Responses and Safeguarding Responsibilities

This informal CPD article ‘Substance Misuse in Children’s Residential Care: Trauma-Informed Responses and Safeguarding Responsibilities’, was provided by Rachel Webb of Phoenix-Kaw Care Consultancy, a health and social care training and consultancy organisation dedicated to improving standards of care across the sector.

Engineering 09/06/26

Securing the Supply Chain: Managing Raw Material Risks in API Manufacturing

This informal CPD article ‘Securing the Supply Chain: Managing Raw Material Risks in API Manufacturing’, was provided by Pharmalliance Consulting, who offer specialist support to pharmaceutical companies to maintain and increase quality compliance levels.

Engineering 09/06/26

Contamination Control Strategies: More Than Just Annex 1

This informal CPD article ‘Contamination Control Strategies: More Than Just Annex 1’, was provided by Pharmalliance Consulting, who offer specialist support to pharmaceutical companies to maintain and increase quality compliance levels.

Information Technology 09/06/26

AI fluency: more than knowing how to prompt

This informal CPD article, ‘AI fluency: more than knowing how to prompt’, was provided by Heather Baker, founder of The AI Edit, a B2B AI training, coaching, and consulting business.

What our members say

Membership of the CPD Certification Service shows our commitment to excellence and to providing CPD for our staff.

The support we have received from The CPD Service in the development of our CPD events has been excellent; it really ensures we keep the quality of events high.

The CPD Certification Service makes the process of CPD accreditation very straightforward to follow. A big thank you for all your help.

We have won training contracts due to CPD accreditation. It highlights to delegates we take learning seriously as we invest in an independent assessment of our training. The CPD Certification Service has helped to create higher quality training and strengthen our learning objectives.

As a training provider, CPD has helped us add value to our delegates experience by providing a quality framework with which to align our courses, ensuring the learning experience has a discernible impact on their careers.

International Capital Market Association (ICMA)

CPD is widely recognised within the NHS to enable healthcare individuals to maintain training levels and enhance their professional development. NHS Supply Chain uses CPD to work with our colleagues in the wider NHS and share knowledge and expertise.

As the market leader in our field, we believe we have the most comprehensive range of CPD certified training courses and seminars available all of which are fundamental to our ongoing marketing strategy.

CPD accreditation represents the steps iHASCO are taking to ensure the courses we provide to organisations are high-quality, factually accurate and contribute towards a safer and more professional work environment.

CPD accreditation has ensured we provide high quality content and information in the medical industry. By following the CPD guidelines, we demonstrate our commitment to continuously create and provide learning opportunities, which enhances our attendees in their daily practice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the CPD Cycle?

The CPD Cycle is a practical tool that helps individuals to structure their Continuing Professional Development learning easily throughout the year, and to identify regular and measurable improvements in work-related skills and knowledge. There are five key stages of the CPD Cycle that are important when planning professional development activities for the year. These include Stage 1 - Identifying Your Needs, Stage 2 – Planning, Stage 3 - Acting/Doing, Stage 4 - Reflecting on Learning, Stage 5 - Implement your New Learning.

What are CPD points, hours and credits?

The majority of institutions and professional bodies provide Continuing Professional Development targets generally set on an annual basis. These targets are defined by the accrual of CPD activities through attendance in training courses, eLearning and events, as well as other forms of structured learning. Most professional bodies use CPD hours as their measure, and where CPD points or credits are used, these are typically a 1:1 ratio with CPD hours. By this, 1 CPD point would be equal to 1 CPD hour.

What is accredited CPD training?

Independent assessment demonstrates to attendees the steps taken to deliver high-quality training. The CPD Certification Service is an independent organisation that provides CPD accreditation, supporting organisations and professionals across all sectors in over 100 countries. Our CPD symbols offer professional bodies, institutional associations, educational providers and consumers reassurance that further learning has been through our assessment process.

What are the benefits of CPD?

CPD is an essential, recognised approach to helping individuals, organisations and entire industries to keep skills and knowledge up to date. CPD supports the ongoing development of professional skills and knowledge in line with increasing globalisation and consumer demand. For individuals, it enables learning to become conscious and proactive, rather than passive and encourages professionals to maintain consistent levels of high performance and demonstrate commitment towards a particular job role or profession.

What is myCPD Portal?

myCPD Portal is a free online record tool that allows individuals and organisations to log, track and manage their Continuing Professional Development in one simple place. Users can set annual CPD targets, review training records, store attendance certificates and monitor learning progress. This makes it easier to reflect on knowledge and skills that have been obtained throughout the year.

Who is CPD for?

CPD is carried out by millions of individuals across a whole range of industries and professions. Most professional bodies and institutes will provide individuals with Continuing Professional Development requirements, generally as a set number of CPD training hours to achieve each year. Over recent decades, we have seen the commitment to CPD reach far beyond the traditional industries and institutional bodies of the UK to what is now recognised and embraced across the world.

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