Accreditation

In order to qualify for CPD approval an event should:
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be aimed at a defined target group(s)
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set out clear and relevant aims and objectives & learning outcomes
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include a mechanism for evaluation - so that the organisers and presenters can obtain feedback on the relevance, quality and effectiveness of the activity
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have an appropriate programme - which reflects the needs of the intended participants
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reflect a broad consensus of current expert opinion
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not be overtly promotional where there is a commercial sponsor
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have a nominated organiser who will keep records of attendance and evaluation
The type of events which may require CPD approval are:
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Educational Conferences
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Educational Courses
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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