Why Self-Accreditation is the Future of CPD
For many training providers, CPD accreditation is a vital step toward establishing credibility and offering value to participants. Traditionally, accreditation has involved third-party approval, lengthy paperwork, and significant costs. But now, a new approach is transforming CPD for good: self-accreditation.
Self-accreditation allows training providers to manage their own accreditation process, meaning they can set high standards and issue verifiable certificates—without a middleman. Here’s why this change is taking off and how you can start leveraging it today.
What is Self-Accreditation?
Self-accreditation puts the control back in your hands. Instead of applying for approval through an external agency, you define your Aims, Skills, and Outcomes, set CPD points, and issue certificates directly to participants. This process keeps costs low and lets you adapt to the specific needs of your courses and participants.
Benefits of Self-Accreditation
- Cost-Effective: Skip third-party fees and pay only for certificates issued.
- Flexible: Update or adjust courses whenever needed, at no additional cost.
- Efficient: Set up your accreditation quickly, with the power to issue certificates on demand.
With Open CPD, setting up your self-accreditation is fast, flexible, and affordable—ideal for both small providers and larger organisations.
How to Get Started with Self-Accreditation
If you’re ready to take control, here’s a quick guide to getting started:
- Prepare Your Provider Profile: Add details such as your company name, logo, and social media links. Once completed, you’ll receive a unique ID for tracking and verification.
- Define Course Details: Decide on your Aims, Skills, Outcomes, and CPD points. This structure ensures that your training is valuable, measurable, and impactful.
- Create Certificates: Choose a template, customise as needed, and start issuing certificates. You can even add digital badges to help participants share their achievements.
Why Choose Open CPD for Self-Accreditation?
Open CPD’s platform makes self-accreditation accessible to any provider, with tools to simplify each step. Once set up, you’re free to manage and modify your courses as needed, whether for new participants or regular course updates.
Find out more, get the full book: The Ultimate Guide to Self-Accreditationto start building a more efficient, cost-effective CPD accreditation process.
