Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

CPD is the means by which professionals maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge and skills and develop the personal qualities required in their working lives. For many chemical scientists this also includes keeping up to date with new developments in their field.

There are many routes to CPD, which may include:

attending conferences and seminars
training workshops
distance and open learning programmes
reading journals and trade publications
writing material for publication
involvement in community activities such as volunteering and mentoring.

As part of our commitment to maintaining professional standards and supporting members throughout their working lives, a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) framework has been developed to help our members.

A guide to CPD

A brief overview to explain CPD, and how it can benefit your career

CPD Resources

We provide a range of resources to support your CPD, including a CPD framework for members

Training

Develop your skills by attending a training course organised by the RSC

Conferences & Events

Browse events and training, submit details or search the database.

CPD Recognition Scheme

Access details of recognised courses and information for course providers wishing to get their courses recognised by the RSC

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