How many CPD points do I get for this? 

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Are you still collecting CPD points?

The HCPC does NOT have a specific point-based system for CPD, unlike some other regulatory bodies. Instead, they focus on the quality and relevance of your CPD activities. 

What are the hcpc standards I need to meet?

The hcpc has 5 CPD standards. They include:

  1. Maintain detailed, accurate CPD records.
  2. Engage in diverse CPD activities relevant to current or future practice.
  3. Prioritise CPD that enhances practice quality and service delivery.
  4. Ensure CPD benefits service users.
  5. Provide a written CPD profile, supported by evidence, upon request.

How can I ensure that my CPD is driving continuous professional development?

Standard 1
  • Keep a list of all your activities
  • Do not have a gap of more than 3 months of CPD activity
Standard 2
  • Maintain a mixture of learning activities that are relevant to your current field of work or future aspirations. 
  • Make them enjoyable, link with colleagues if you learn well in a team, or can share information.
  • Please look at the numerous examples on the hcpc activity list
Standard 3
  • Align with Organisational Goals: Identify skill gaps and choose CPD that directly addresses them.
  • Focus on Impactful Learning: Opt for active, practical, and measurable learning activities.
  • Foster a Culture of Learning: Encourage leadership support, time allocation, and knowledge sharing.
Standard 4
  • Consider Service User Needs: Prioritise CPD that improves understanding of user needs and enhances service delivery.
  • Evaluate and Reflect: Regularly assess the effectiveness of CPD and make necessary adjustments.
Standard 5
  • Plan your CPD and by working on points 1-4, you should feel more at ease with an audit should you be selected.

Planning Your CPD: A Concise Guide

  1. Self-Assess: Identify strengths, weaknesses, and development needs.
  2. Set SMART Goals: Create specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
  3. Choose Learning Activities: Opt for a mix of formal, informal, and self-directed learning.
  4. Create a Timeline: Prioritise tasks and allocate time for each activity.
  5. Record and Reflect: Document activities, assess progress, and adjust your plan.
  6. Seek Feedback: Get input from peers, supervisors, and through self-evaluation.

“I would just die if I got called up for a hcpc audit”

CS in Northampton

Swoop learning can help you with your CPD

  1. We offer regular online courses (monthly)
  2. All our courses are delivered by experts in their field
  3. Subjects are relevant to many aspects of podiatry
  4. Course are up to date and available for 1 year
  5. We encourage self reflection 
  6. We provide templates subject specific for hcpc audit requirements

References

HCPC 2024 Continuing professional development (CPD)  Accessed: https://www.hcpc-uk.org/cpd/ on 25/10/2024

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