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Regular CPD Courses

How to plan and deliver accredited continuing professional development courses with proper learning outcomes and certification.

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Planning

  • 1. Define learning objectives aligned with CPD framework
  • 2. Submit CPD accreditation application 6+ weeks ahead
  • 3. Design assessment methods and completion criteria
  • 4. Recruit qualified facilitators with relevant expertise
  • 5. Set attendance requirements (typically 80% minimum)
  • 6. Prepare pre-course materials and reading lists

Promotion

  • 1. Announce course via ISCP CPD channels 10 weeks out
  • 2. Highlight CPD points and accreditation in all materials
  • 3. Open registration with member/non-member pricing
  • 4. Send course outline and prerequisites to registrants
  • 5. Promote through relevant clinical interest groups
  • 6. Share testimonials from past participants

On the Day

  • 1. Distribute learning materials and assessment briefs
  • 2. Track attendance carefully for CPD certification
  • 3. Facilitate structured learning activities
  • 4. Collect evidence of learning (assessments, reflections)
  • 5. Support participants with individual questions
  • 6. Gather session-by-session feedback

After the Event

  • 1. Verify attendance meets minimum requirements
  • 2. Issue CPD certificates with accurate point totals
  • 3. Submit completion data to ISCP CPD team
  • 4. Compile evaluation report with learning outcomes
  • 5. Follow up with participants on applying learning
  • 6. Review and update course content based on feedback

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22 mins

For

CPD Committees

Updated

Mar 2026

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