Designed to safeguard the Australian public by standardising high quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation processes.
What is CPD Accreditation?
CPD accreditation is a formal mark of quality awarded to education providers whose courses have been evaluated and met established Australian standards for professional development.
It ensures that the content, design, and delivery of an educational program are structured to enhance adult learning, maintain industry relevance, and support best practices.
know the trusted stamp of approval
Accredited programs are assessed against specific criteria, including clear learning objectives, appropriate instructional methods, and robust evaluation processes. This rigorous evaluation provides learners with current industry standards and practices.
The Australian Institute of CPD Standards team ensure each approved application aligns with contemporary, relevant, adult learning principles, and is free of marketing. Our assessment processes includes review through our specialist education team before an independent peer review panel.With this rigour and processing, all Australians can confidently trust the Australian Institute of CPD Standards stamp mark of approval.
the meaning and value of cpd accreditation
CPD accreditation serves as a quality assurance mechanism, ensuring that approved activities offer relevancy and value to intended learners.
By achieving CPD accreditation, education providers demonstrate their commitment to excellence, instilling confidence in learners seeking purposeful, value-driven, professional development.
The Australian Institute of CPD Standards accreditation trust mark allows education providers to go to market demonstrating compliance and their commitment to industry. It differentiates quality education to marketing campaigns.
By achieving CPD accreditation, education providers demonstrate their commitment to excellence, instilling confidence in learners seeking purposeful, value-driven, professional development.
The Australian Institute of CPD Standards accreditation trust mark allows education providers to go to market demonstrating compliance and their commitment to industry. It differentiates quality education to marketing campaigns.
key benefits
increase engagement
CPD accredtited activities generate 40-50% increased attendance*
45%
Expand market trust
Education Providers
Enhance your reputation and brand as an ambassador of quality and compliance in education. Appeal to professionals seeking credible, valuable CPD opportunities
High quality and value
Professional Learners
Know the trust stamp of quality and be confident before you commit your time and resources
Employer of choice
Employee Retention
Providing current and regular mandatory activities with CPD accreditation to improve employee engagement and performance, reduce staff turn over, and maintain a competitive edge in industry
CPD regulation in australia explained
Continuing Professional Devleoplment (CPD) is a crucial aspect of maintaining professional standards and ensuring individuals remain current and competent in their field of specialty.
In Australia, CPD is regulated by industry-specific organisations to align with the needs and expectations of each sector, meaning each industry has its own regulating body or association that sets the CPD requirements for their registered members. These organisations ensure professionals meet their ongoing obligations to maintain relevance, registration, and/or appropriate licencing. Not meeting regulatory requirements may lead to limitations and restrictions placed on the individuals ability to practice within the profession. Learn more here.
the application process
The Australian Institute of CPD Standards offers a simplified, online application process allowing access to all. Find additional resources and tool to help build your CPD accreditation application or contact our team for tailored support.
Online application
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Resources
Access them on our resource page. You will need the 'Application Package' where you will find required templates. Refer to the Application Guidelines for how to efficiently use them!start your online application
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Click on the 'Apply Now' button and use the resource templates to fill in the application.select Learner profiles
Independent peer review
One application may be relevant to multiple scopes of learners for interprofessional learning. Select all titles of intended learners relevant to your activity.secure payment
submit your applciation
Upon payment, submission is automatic. You can expect our processes to be completed within three weeks from submission and payment.behind the scenes
Applications are processed
Australian CPD Standard processes are supported by a team of education specialists and independent peer reviewers. Every application will be reviewed by a minimum of three independent peer reviewers for each selected scope of practice, offering feedback for quality assurance and continuous improvements.Collateral
approval
Upon approval, applicants will be notified via email with notice of success along with supporting collateral including unique 'trust stamp of approval' and 'certificate of completion'.learners
self upload
Completed learners use their 'Certificate of Completion' to evidence their CPD with their regulatory body (CPD home/College).evaluation of feedback
continuous improvement
Implementation of learnings from the 'Evaluation' feedback ensures robust quality assurance and continuous improvement for future educational activities.
committments & Services
We cover all type of services but typically:
- Engage regulated, registered industries in purposeful advocacy and policymaking, ensuring every CPD accredited program aligns with Australian Standards.
- Provide CPD accreditation services to Education Providers across Australia with accessibility, transparency, and support.
- Recognised as the national benchmark for quality assurance and peer validation in CPD accreditation.
- Empower registered professionals with a trusted stamp of approval acknowledged by Australian registries and regulators, reinforcing their credibility and public trust.
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Managing Director
Maria Eliadis
Director, Company Secretary
Bryanne Smith
Director, People and Culture
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