In order to qualify for CPD approval an event should:  

• be aimed at a defined target group(s) 

• set out clear and relevant aims and objectives & learning outcomes 

• include a mechanism for evaluation - so that the organisers and presenters can obtain feedback on the relevance, quality and effectiveness of the activity 

• have an appropriate programme - which reflects the needs of the intended participants 

• reflect a broad consensus of current expert opinion 

• not be overtly promotional where there is a commercial sponsor 

• have a nominated organiser who will keep records of attendance and evaluation  

The type of events which may require CPD approval are:

• Educational Conferences

• Educational Courses 

• Distance learning programmes, including online / virtual learning 
   

Award of CPD:   

If an event is approved for CPD, it will be awarded a number of CPD hours, based on the duration of the activity as follows: 

            one hour of educational content = one hour of CPD