The CPD Certification Service

Established in 1996, The CPD Certification Service has over 27 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 where quality is both recognised and assured.

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

Pioneering CPD quality standards since 1996

Over 35 thousand CPD Providers, courses and events published on the CPD website

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Helping CPD Providers in over 100 countries across the world

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With 27 years experience providing industry-leading CPD certification service and support

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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CPD is a powerful learning tool to improve skills, ensure academic qualifications do not become outdated, and take an empowering approach to career progression.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 formalise their expertise into a structured and recognised approach to learning. This can then be applied to the individual needs of professionals CPD requirements.

CPD accreditation helps to raising industry standards and benchmarks in line with increasing globalisation and consumer demands. Organisations from across 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.

Become a CPD Provider

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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Business 19/03/25

Rethinking CEO Succession: Moving Beyond the ‘Safe’ Choice

This informal CPD article ‘Rethinking CEO Succession: Moving Beyond the ‘Safe’ Choice’ was provided by Hanover Search Group, an organisation with deep functional knowledge of asset and wealth management, banking, fintech, healthcare & wellness, insurance, private equity, technology and professional services.

Human Resources 19/03/25

How AI is Revolutionising HR Performance Optimisation

This informal CPD article ‘How AI is Revolutionising HR Performance Optimisation’ was provided by Hanover Search Group, an organisation with deep functional knowledge of asset and wealth management, banking, fintech, healthcare & wellness, insurance, private equity, technology and professional services.

Healthcare & Medical 19/03/25

Coping with Sensory Challenges: Strategies for Individuals with Sensory Sensitivities

This informal CPD article, ‘Coping with Sensory Challenges: Strategies for Individuals with Sensory Sensitivities’, was provided by Yasmeen Alqallaf at Yasmeen Center, a Special Needs Training and Consultancy based in Kuwait.

Business 19/03/25

How Women Break Barriers in the Workplace

This informal CPD article,' How Women Break Barriers in the Workplace’, was provided by iGROW CorpHealth, partnering with Corporates to drive Employee Engagement through Holistic Health Solutions.

Business 19/03/25

Why Workplaces Need More Self-Compassionate Leaders

This informal CPD article,' Why Workplaces Need More Self-Compassionate Leaders’, was provided by iGROW CorpHealth, partnering with Corporates to drive Employee Engagement through Holistic Health Solutions.

Information Technology 18/03/25

Careers in Data Protection – not just for lawyers

This informal CPD article, ‘Careers in Data Protection – not just for lawyers‘, was provided by Jess Pembroke, Director of Information Law Services at Naomi Korn Associates, a UK-based leader specialising in copyright, data protection and licensing.

Education 18/03/25

The Value of Responsive Care for Nursery Practitioners Working with Infants Aged 0–1 Years

This informal CPD article, ‘The Value of Responsive Care for Nursery Practitioners Working with Infants Aged 0–1 Years’, was provided by Little Cub Nurture Hub who offer Baby Room education and training for practitioners which focus on infancy and are in-line with the Early Year’s Framework.

Business 18/03/25

5 steps to create an effective sales onboarding program

This informal CPD article ‘5 steps to create an effective sales onboarding program’, was provided by Product Marketing Alliance, a company founded in 2019 with a mission of uniting product marketers across the globe.

Construction 18/03/25

Softwashing Techniques – Best Practices for Superior Cleaning

This informal CPD article, ‘Softwashing Techniques – Best Practices for Superior Cleaning’,was provided by SoftWash UK, who offer professional softwashing services. They are committed to advancing the field of softwashing through continuous innovation, education, and reliable customer service.

Construction 18/03/25

The Science Behind Softwashing – Why It’s More Than Just Cleaning

This informal CPD article, ‘The Science Behind Softwashing – Why It’s More Than Just Cleaning’, was provided by SoftWash UK, who offer professional softwashing services. They are committed to advancing the field of softwashing through continuous innovation, education, and reliable customer service.

Provider Case Studies 15/03/25

Black Boots Technology - CPD Member Case Study

We have been asking our members from across the industries the reasons why they became a CPD provider. This CPD Member case study was provided by Black Boots Technology. For more information, please visit their CPD Member Directory page.

Business 12/03/25

What is an Online Business Manager (OBM)?

This informal CPD article, ‘What is an Online Business Manager (OBM)?’ was provided by OBM School, an online training academy that teaches you how to start & scale a thriving business as an Online Business Manager. Their mission is to support you in gaining the expertise and confidence needed to hone in on your passion, and carve out a career you love in the online world. 

What our members say

The majority of our customers ask whether our courses are CPD approved and recognise the importance of having courses reviewed by The CPD Certification Service.

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.

CPD certification helps us provide structured CPD training to financial advisers helping them to understand the Will drafting industry and how to use it in their business.

Our CPD is used for basic training and knowledge to places such as local councils - for awareness and to update them on the values of British and European Standards.

Putting the right material in front of the right people as often as possible is the key to success. The CPD Certification Service has enabled us to present content to people who it would have been difficult to see otherwise.

Being a CPD course provider, we make sure our audience knows that our courses are accredited by The CPD Certification Service and how by gaining CPD certification they can get an edge in today's crowded job market.

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.

Many thanks again for providing such an excellent helpful service for organisations such as ours. Our regional lectures are CPD certified to allow individuals to achieve their CPD hours requirements.

The process of applying for CPD accreditation has focused us on the way we write our materials and set out the course delivery and learning objectives. As an organisation offering commercial courses the accreditation has helped our customers to gain recognised CPD learning.

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?

External validation demonstrates to attendees the steps taken to deliver the highest possible training standards. The CPD Certification Service provides independent CPD accreditation compatible with international requirements. Our CPD symbols are recognised in over 100+ countries and offer professional bodies, institutional associations, educational providers and consumers reassurance that further learning achieves the qualitative standards required by all parties.

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 raising international standards and benchmarks 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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