What does it mean? Continuing professional development (CPD) means regularly upgrading the knowledge and skills you have in order to move up the career ladder.
The government has noted the importance of CPD for early years professionals, in particular. Early years work requires a well-trained workforce with differing skills. Professional development can help early years professionals to enhance their understanding of how children learn and develop.
For teachers, CPD should be tied in with the development of the school workforce. CPD can come from within the school informally or through lesson observation, shadowing, coaching and mentoring. Alternatively, it can come from external sources, such as private companies or advice offered by local authorities. CPD in schools is designed to raise standards and, above all, improve pupils' achievements. CPD can also be a reference point for updating your CV and improving your future employability.
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