ASA Annual Meeting 2021: Emancipatory Sociology and the Du Boisian Challenge The American Sociological Association’s 116th Annual Meeting took place online from 6 to 10 August 2021. Its theme, “Emancipatory Sociology: Rising to the Du Boisian Challenge”, invited sociologists to consider how their research and teaching could help expose and challenge inequality. A meeting shaped by its time Held during […]
IEA CPD Courses: A Guide for Education Professionals Continuing professional development (CPD) helps education professionals refresh their knowledge, strengthen their practice and respond to changes in their field. IEA CPD courses may offer a structured way to pursue that development, whether you are a teacher, lecturer, school leader or another professional working in education. As the abbreviation “IEA” is used […]
NMC CPD points: what nurses and midwives need to know If you are preparing for Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) revalidation, you may have heard people talk about “NMC CPD points”. However, the NMC does not operate a points-based system. Instead, it requires registered nurses and midwives to complete and record a set number of continuing professional development (CPD) hours […]
IEA CPD: Supporting Continuing Professional Development Continuing professional development (CPD) helps people build their knowledge, refresh their skills and respond to changes in their field. IEA CPD brings this idea together with the work and priorities of the IEA, offering a way for professionals to pursue ongoing learning relevant to their roles. What is CPD? CPD is the ongoing process […]
OT CPD Courses: A Guide for Occupational Therapists in the UK Continuing professional development (CPD) helps occupational therapists keep their knowledge and skills current throughout their careers. OT CPD courses can support day-to-day practice, prepare practitioners for new responsibilities and deepen expertise in a particular area of occupational therapy. Whether you work in the NHS, social care, education, private practice […]
BPP CPD: Continuing Professional Development for Your Career Continuing professional development (CPD) helps professionals keep their knowledge and skills up to date throughout their working lives. BPP CPD refers to the professional development courses and learning opportunities offered by BPP for people looking to maintain their expertise, meet relevant professional requirements or progress in their careers. What is CPD? CPD […]
CPD for PE Teachers: Building Confidence, Skills and Impact Continuing professional development (CPD) helps physical education (PE) teachers keep their knowledge and practice up to date. It can support better teaching, improve pupils’ experiences and help staff respond to changes in the curriculum, research and the needs of their school community. Effective CPD is more than attending a one-off course. […]
CPD in Childcare: Why Continuing Professional Development Matters Continuing professional development (CPD) helps childcare professionals maintain and build the knowledge and skills they need to support children’s learning, safety and wellbeing. Whether you work in a nursery, as a childminder, in a reception class or in another early years setting, ongoing learning can strengthen your practice and improve the quality […]
CIPD CPD: A Practical Guide to Continuing Professional Development Continuing professional development (CPD) helps people professionals keep their knowledge and skills current throughout their careers. For members of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), CPD can support professional growth, strengthen practice and help demonstrate a commitment to high standards in people management and development. What does CPD mean? […]
Centre for Professional Training and Development A centre for professional training and development helps people build the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to succeed at work. It can support individuals at every stage of their careers, while helping organisations strengthen their teams and respond to changing demands. Learning for the workplace Professional development is about more than gaining qualifications. […]