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Human Resources 04/04/22

CPD tips - The importance of switching off

CPD tips - The importance of switching off

In today’s climate, we’re faced with many pressures that we take on as humans. Some are subconscious, and others we choose to acknowledge. Beyond our control, life is hyper-stimulating; we’re surrounded by pressures and stress such as; making money, handling bills, balancing work and life, keeping in contact with numerous people and then pressures from work, too - meetings, performance, workload, to name a few.

Business 29/03/22

Significance of ISO 29993 Compliance in Present Context

Significance of ISO 29993 Compliance in Present Context

This informal CPD article Significance of ISO 29993 Compliance in Present Context was provided by Punyam Academy, an industry leader in training of international compliance standards.

Updates and News 11/03/22

Is CPD good for my CV?

Is CPD good for my CV?

We live in a world where job markets are incredibly competitive, so standing out from the crowd is more difficult than ever. Many candidates struggle to make their CV stand out despite their skills and experience. Education can often be just as valuable as having experience or formal training, and can be used to distinguish you from other candidates. More and more candidates have started to list the methods of further learning they have completed

Business 09/03/22

ISO 9001:2015 Documentation Structure and It's Requirements

ISO 9001:2015 Documentation Structure and It's Requirements

This informal CPD article ISO 9001:2015 Documentation Structure and Its Requirement was provided by Devang Jhaveri at Punyam Academy, an industry leader in training of international compliance standards.

Updates and News 08/03/22

CPD for Virtual Reality (VR) Training

CPD for Virtual Reality (VR) Training

Virtual reality is taking charge in recent years. Although introduced in the 50’s, it is now transforming modern technology at a rapid rate. In this article we will be taking an informal look at what virtual reality is, how companies are using virtual reality in the workplace and how can virtual reality improve training for delegates.

Updates and News 17/02/22

What is the purpose of a CPD workshop?

What is the purpose of a CPD workshop?

A workshop is typically a practical learning activity that provides attendees with hands on experience in a particular subject matter. This article helps to explain what a CPD workshop is, how to plan and run a workshop and the benefits of attending workshops as part of an individual’s Continuing Professional Development requirements.

Updates and News 09/02/22

What are CPD Seminars?

What are CPD Seminars?

Seminars are used by professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills in order to stay up to date with the latest developments within their industry. This article provides a simple overview of what CPD seminars are, how a seminar differs from a lecture and an outline of the benefits of completing a CPD seminar.

Updates and News 28/01/22

How to conduct an interview

How to conduct an interview

Being a good interviewer is of the utmost importance if you want to recruit the best people for your company. The time and effort that you invested into finding the right job candidates will go to waste if you don’t know how to select the best among them. Unfortunately, selecting the best candidates isn’t easy and there’s almost an expectation that the person who’s interviewing you is a seasoned interviewer. Of course this isn’t always the case.

Education 19/01/22

The Excellency of Knowledge

The Excellency of Knowledge

This informal CPD article The Excellency of Knowledge was provided by Wilma J. Brown-Foreman at Academic Initiatives for Biblical Literacy (AIBL), an organization seeking to promote Biblical literacy in both public and private secondary education.

Education 19/01/22

Religious Studies in Public Education

Religious Studies in Public Education

This informal CPD article Religious Studies in Public Education was provided by Wilma J. Brown-Foreman at Academic Initiatives for Biblical Literacy (AIBL), an organization seeking to promote Biblical literacy in both public and private secondary education.

Human Resources 11/01/22

What can a CPD Public Speaking Course offer you?

What can a CPD Public Speaking Course offer you?

Public speaking is a necessary process that most individuals will have to undergo if they want to succeed in their careers. More often than not, corporate leaders are raised up from people who do not have any fear of speaking in public and can use the skill to confidently direct others. By taking part in a CPD public speaking course you'll learn to speak up in meetings, promote your ideas, and present yourself as a professional.

Information Technology 05/01/22

How to manage a remote team

How to manage a remote team

We often see the question 'how to work remotely?' appropriate for all parties - managers, CEOs, and other team members, but we do not often see 'how do you manage a remote team?'

Education 05/01/22

What is the best way to take notes?

What is the best way to take notes?

Have you ever looked back at your notes from class, a seminar or any learning session a day later and thought, 'I have NO idea what that means, in any way, shape or form'? You should definitely consider reading this informal CPD article.

Human Resources 05/01/22

Communications skills - Agreeing to disagree

Communications skills - Agreeing to disagree

Is it a good thing to disagree in work meetings? Do you agree with someone disagreeing with what you or someone else in the team is saying? And, are you comfortable with this happening when you're hosting a meeting?

Healthcare & Medical 20/12/21

First Aid online courses for students

First Aid online courses for students

Learning first aid can be the difference between life and death for someone who has been in an accident or suffered an injury. Taking an online or eLearning first aid course has never been easier, allowing you to stay up to date with the latest methods and remain confident in an emergency. Here are just some of the benefits that come from first aid training, including what is first aid, what does an online first aid course cover, and the possible benefits to students.

Human Resources 02/12/21

What can a life coaching course offer you?

What can a life coaching course offer you?

Due to the fast pace of day to day life and the high levels of stress that accompany it, people often seek advice from others to help them overcome certain challenges or make a smart decision. Naturally in recent years, there has been rise of individuals looking to work as a life coach. If you are looking to enter this industry, we believe that a good first step in becoming a life coach is to take a course to gain the required knowledge and skills to start your career.

Human Resources 30/11/21

The Importance of mindfulness in the workplace

The Importance of mindfulness in the workplace

As more and more workplaces gain a deeper understanding of mental health and well-being in the workplace (a fantastic step in the right direction), it is also important to start promoting mindfulness and making staff aware of things they can do to bring this into their working day.

Business 29/11/21

The key to success...

The key to success...

This informal CPD article on The key to success was provided by Asma Nafees at Black Leaders, a Black Leadership Community for Professionals working in Healthcare.

Business 29/11/21

What are the best complaints handling courses?

What are the best complaints handling courses?

Customer complaints are inevitable for any business, and how an organisation handles these complaints is crucial in order to maintain a good reputation and to keep client business. In this article we will provide a brief overview for complaints handling, outline the four steps to handling complaints correctly, as well as where to find the best complaints handling courses.

Business 11/10/21

How to prepare for an interview

How to prepare for an interview

First thing’s first, if you’re reading this, our guess is you’ve got yourself an interview - congratulations! Now that you’ve given yourself a pat on the back, you’ll need to start thinking about preparing for the day. Much of the outcome will depend on the questions they ask you and how you’re feeling at the time, but there are certain things you can prepare yourself for to give yourself a better chance of successfully landing the job!

Business 06/10/21

Stepping away from the detail and carrying out a review of your Business Operation

Stepping away from the detail and carrying out a review of your Business Operation

This informal CPD article on Stepping away from the detail and carrying out a review of your business operation was provided by Kerry Chown from BulliesOut, a charity working to prevent and address bullying behaviour.

Business 27/09/21

Cross-Cultural Communication & How It Impacts Your Writing

Cross-Cultural Communication & How It Impacts Your Writing

This informal CPD article on Cross-Cultural Communication & How It Impacts Your Writing was provided by the London School of Publishing (LSP). In a globalised world, cross-cultural communication is more important than ever. Adapting your business writing to your audience can make your communications clearer, more impactful and can help you avoid offence and misunderstandings.

Business 27/09/21

Transformational Leadership & Personal Development

Transformational Leadership & Personal Development

This informal CPD article Transformational Leadership & Personal Development was provided by Lubna Samara at HigherWill, a Spiritual Coaching and Leadership Training provider.

Education 17/09/21

Designing a whole-school wellbeing programme

Designing a whole-school wellbeing programme

This informal CPD article Designing a whole-school wellbeing programme was provided by E-ACT, one of the country's largest multi-academy trusts. A whole-school approach to mental health involves all parts of a school working together, from senior leaders, teachers and all school staff, to parents, carers and the wider community. By taking this approach, mental health is ‘everyone’s business’.

Business 15/09/21

Help! I have a Data Subject Access Request

Help! I have a Data Subject Access Request

This informal CPD article Help! I have a Data Subject Access Request was provided by Essex County Council, a county council that governs the non-metropolitan county of Essex in England.

Healthcare & Medical 09/09/21

CPD Mental Health First Aid Courses

CPD Mental Health First Aid Courses

Appointing someone in the workforce to take charge of first aid is a requirement for most workplaces, as it is important that someone can administer basic first aid when necessary. Recently, mental health in the workplace has become a more prominent topic. As well as enrolling on a first aid training course, enrolling yourself in some CPD mental health first aid courses is becoming just as important. 

Business 09/09/21

What do I need when working from home?

What do I need when working from home?

The conversation of ‘how often should I work from home?’ or ‘do I need to go back to the office?’ seems to be on the tip of everyone’s tongue at the moment. Many businesses were forced to close their offices and pack their team up with necessary items that would enable them to work from home for the foreseeable future.

Healthcare & Medical 07/09/21

Is Mindfulness Really For Kids?

Is Mindfulness Really For Kids?

This informal CPD article Is Mindfulness Really For Kids? was provided by Centre of Excellence, a worldwide online training provider.

Information Technology 07/09/21

The Future of Business is Quantum

The Future of Business is Quantum

This informal CPD article The Future of Business is Quantum was provided by QURECA, a leading company creating global opportunities with Quantum Technologies.

Healthcare & Medical 07/09/21

A Guide To Managing Pain At Work

A Guide To Managing Pain At Work

This informal CPD article A Guide To Managing Pain At Work was provided by Centre of Excellence, a worldwide online training provider. We’ve all had days when our head aches or our body creaks, and heading into the office or settling down to work seems impossible. But what if this was every day? Thousands of workers globally get up and go to work while living with chronic pain every single day. For some, the pain is so debilitating that they are left unable to work.

Business 07/09/21

Personal Branding is More Important than Ever - Here's Why

Personal Branding is More Important than Ever - Here's Why

This informal CPD article Personal Branding is More Important than Ever - Here’s Why was provided by Koukash Consultancy, a full-service communications and training consultancy driving impactful communication through bespoke solutions.

Politics 06/09/21

Should Government be doing more to involve diverse voices in their policy making?

Should Government be doing more to involve diverse voices in their policy making?

This informal CPD article Should Government be doing more to involve diverse voices in their policy making? was provided by Linda James, Founder and CEO of BulliesOut, one of the UK’s most dedicated and ambitious anti-bullying charities.

CPD for online legal training

CPD for online legal training

This article aims to provide a simple introduction to CPD for online legal training. Whether you are an individual looking for training to start a career in the legal sector, or an already established professional, there are a wide range of online law courses available to help you develop your skills.

Human Resources 10/08/21

5 Reasons Everyone Should Learn British Sign Language

5 Reasons Everyone Should Learn British Sign Language

This informal CPD article 5 Reasons Everyone Should Learn British Sign Language was provided by Centre of Excellence, a worldwide online training provider.

Business 16/07/21

How Journaling Can Help You Work Through Work Woes

How Journaling Can Help You Work Through Work Woes

This informal CPD article How Journaling Can Help You Work Through Work Woes was provided by Centre of Excellence, a worldwide online training provider.

Business 16/07/21

6 Months Down the Line: Your New Year's Resolutions and How to Reboot Them

6 Months Down the Line: Your New Year's Resolutions and How to Reboot Them

This informal CPD article 6 Months Down the Line: Your New Year’s Resolutions and How to Reboot Them was provided by Alison, Free Online Learning Provider. With the sun shining and holidays fast approaching, January feels like a long time ago. Perhaps even further from your mind are those New Year's Resolutions you made. As the year moves on and business tends to pick up after January, it can be hard to stay committed to those goals you set yourself at the beginning of the year

Business 16/07/21

The Importance of Networking

The Importance of Networking

This informal CPD article The Importance of Networking was provided by Alison, Free Online Learning Provider.

Human Resources 11/07/21

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Why Everyone Should Understand Safeguarding

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Why Everyone Should Understand Safeguarding

This informal CPD article Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Why Everyone Should Understand Safeguarding was provided by Centre of Excellence, a worldwide online training provider.

Healthcare & Medical 05/07/21

CPD for Counsellors and Psychotherapists

CPD for Counsellors and Psychotherapists

Counselling, also called psychotherapy or simply therapy, involves working with clients experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties to help them bring about effective change and enhance their overall wellbeing. This informal article provides an introduction to CPD for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, including the specific Industry requirements, as well as outline the BACP Ethical Framework.

Business 30/06/21

How to stay happy and healthy whilst working from home

How to stay happy and healthy whilst working from home

When COVID-19 abruptly entered our lives in 2020, many offices had to shut their doors to their employees and working from home soon became the norm. For those first few weeks, months even, working from home felt like a novelty. We were never too far away from our usual routine, and we were making the most of those laid back mornings in anticipation of returning to our commute and the office as soon as possible.

Business 23/06/21

Burnout and its link to mental health

Burnout and its link to mental health

This informal CPD article Burnout and its link to mental health was provided by Let’s Get Healthy, a multi-award winning corporate health and wellbeing provider. Increasingly as we come out of COVID-19, many employers are concerned with the level of burnout and mental health problems in the workforce.

Human Resources 23/06/21

Dealing with death each and every day

Dealing with death each and every day

This informal CPD article Dealing with death each and every day was provided by Let’s Get Healthy, a multi-award winning corporate health and wellbeing provider.

Human Resources 15/06/21

CPD - Online psychology courses

CPD - Online psychology courses

This article provides a simple introduction to online psychology courses. If you are looking to improve your understanding of human behaviours and the psychology behind human development, completing online psychology courses is a great place to start. The science of psychology is a fascinating subject, covering a whole range of specialist areas and skills, such as studies of the mind through to cognitive behaviours.

Business 11/06/21

How does a Manager benefit from an excellent working relationship with their Assistant?

How does a Manager benefit from an excellent working relationship with their Assistant?

This informal CPD article How does a Manager benefit from an excellent working relationship with their Assistant? was provided by Heather Baker at Baker Thompson Associates, an organisation established over 20 years ago and recognised as a pioneer of PA training.

Business 11/06/21

Ho'oponopono - The Hawaiian Practice That'll Help You Get On With Your Boss

Ho'oponopono - The Hawaiian Practice That'll Help You Get On With Your Boss

This informal CPD article Ho'oponopono - The Hawaiian Practice That'll Help You Get On With Your Boss was provided by Centre of Excellence, recognised worldwide as a leading online training provider.

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