What counts as non-verifiable CPD?
Non-verifiable CPD is general learning not related to a specific outcome, or which is difficult to provide evidence for. This can include general reading such as technical journal articles in AB magazine. Practising members must obtain an appropriate proportion of CPD in their chosen specialism.
How do I record non-verifiable CPD?
Free Non-Verifiable CPD Logging your CPD is easy. Simply record the date, the activity and the number of hours. One hour of reading is equivalent to one non-verifiable CPD. It’s a good idea to stay up-to-date with GDC publications and reading the information on their site can be logged as non-verifiable CPD.
What is verifiable CPD GDC?
For any CPD to be verifiable, the activity must be recorded on your activity log, and you must have collected corresponding evidence (e.g. certificates). If the GDC requests to see your CPD record, please do not include any information about the non-verifiable CPD you have completed in your cycle.
What is classed as verifiable CPD?
Verifiable CPD is activity that meets our definition of CPD and for which there is documentary evidence that you have undertaken the CPD and that the CPD has: ■ concise educational aims and objectives; ■ clear anticipated outcomes; and ■ quality controls. This is set out in law.
What is non-verifiable?
Non-verifiable learning refers to activities that do not have any evidence to corroborate the hours to be claimed. This could include non-formal activities such as reading of technical, professional, financial or business literature, self study and research.
What are the GDC requirements?
It is recommended that all GDC highly recommend topics should be achieved within this cycle and should include as a minimum: Medical Emergencies – 10 hours per 5-year cycle, preferably 2 hours per year. Radiography & Radiation Protection – 5 hours per cycle. Disinfection & Decontamination – 5 hours per cycle.
How do I record my CPD?
When recording CPD you should include the following information:
- Learning objective.
- Date.
- Subject area.
- Method of learning.
- Number of hours.
- Points, if awarded.
- Learning outcome.
Is enhanced CPD the same as verifiable?
Main changes introduced by the Enhanced CPD Scheme 2018 The Enhanced CPD Scheme was introduced in 2018 for all dental professionals. An increase in the number of verifiable hours for most professional titles, and the requirements to spread the hours across the five-year CPD cycle (see above).
What are non-verifiable CPD hours?
The professional bodies allocate CPD hours for these verifiable CPD activities. Non-verifiable CPD means an informal learning CPD activity for which no evidence of learning and/or completion exists. An example of this is professional reading. Members would then claim CPD for each hour of reading time.
What qualifies as verifiable CPD ACCA?
A verifiable CPD unit for ACCA means that it is relevant to your career in accountancy, and you can explain how you use what you’ve learnt in the workplace. You will also have to provide evidence that you completed the activity.
What are the CPD requirements?
CPD requirements for members
- All members must undertake a minimum of 20 hours CPD each calendar year (January to December).
- Of the 20 hours at least 10 hours must be formal CPD.
- All members must maintain a relevant and current understanding of our professional and ethical standards during a rolling three-year period.