Continuing professional development

CIPD has over a hundred and forty thousand members across the globe working together to champion better work and working lives.

Continuing professional development is a fundamental part of our membership and our purpose in the ever-changing world of work. We need to be agile and respond swiftly to challenges.

Through CPD we build up and maintain our knowledge and expertise, apply insights to add value to our organizations and uphold the high standards of our profession.

CPD isn't about the number of hours you clock up or a tick box exercise it's about investing in yourself and managing your own learning and growth, ensuring relevance in the present and preparing for the future.

From seminars and podcasts, to community work and networking, CPD helps build professional confidence and support you throughout your career.

With the CPD cycle you can structure your CPD in a way that's best for you. From self-assessment and planning your development, to your learning activities and reflective practice, the CPD cycle helps you to create impact in the work you do.

At each stage you'll find a range of practical tools and resources to support you on your way to suit your interests and your needs. So, wherever you are in your career and whatever your goals, your CPD is exactly that, yours.