GDC Enhanced CPD Scheme: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to maintain your professional registration through the GDC Enhanced CPD Scheme and the requirements you must meet.
This scheme outlines the specific professional development requirements that dentists must meet to ensure their registration remains active and valid.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for all registered dentists. If you are currently registered to practice, you fall under these requirements to ensure you are meeting the necessary standards for your profession.
What you get
The primary benefit of participating in this scheme is the maintenance of your professional registration. Keeping your registration active is essential, as it is what allows you to continue practicing your profession legally and officially within the United Kingdom.
What it costs you
Meeting these requirements involves a commitment of time and structured learning. You are required to complete 100 hours of learning over a five-year period. It is important to note that these hours cannot be just any form of study; they must include verifiable CPD. Verifiable CPD refers to learning activities where the content, the learning objectives, and the impact on your practice can be clearly documented and proven.
The catch to know
The most common thing people miss is the requirement to maintain a personal development plan (PDP). You cannot simply complete the hours; you must also keep a formal plan that outlines your professional learning and development goals to show how your activities align with your practice needs.
How to apply
- Check your current registration status to confirm you are covered by these requirements.
- Develop a personal development plan (PDP) to guide your learning.
- Schedule and complete your required hours of verifiable CPD over the five-year cycle.
- Maintain thorough records of your learning activities and your PDP for review.