CPD Frequently Asked Questions

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is the ongoing process of maintaining and developing your knowledge, skills and competence throughout your professional career. It includes a wide range of learning activities that support professional growth, helping you stay up to date with industry developments, technical standards and best practice.

CPD helps professionals maintain and develop their knowledge, adapt to changes in technology and industry, and build confidence in their technical abilities. It also provides evidence of ongoing learning and demonstrates a commitment to professional development throughout your career.

CPD is valuable for anyone looking to maintain and develop their professional knowledge and skills. It is particularly relevant for engineers, technicians, inspectors, managers and other technical professionals who want to stay current with industry developments and best practice.

CPD is an ongoing process that continues throughout your professional career. The amount and frequency of CPD you undertake will depend on your role, career goals and any requirements set by your employer or professional body.

CPD requirements vary depending on your profession, professional body and any registration or membership requirements. If you are working towards or maintaining professional registration, you should refer to the guidance provided by the relevant professional organisation.

Yes. CPD enables you to build new knowledge, develop your skills and demonstrate your commitment to continuous learning. It can support career progression by helping you maintain professional competence and prepare for new responsibilities or opportunities.

TWI offers a range of CPD courses covering engineering and technical subjects. Developed by TWI's technical specialists, our courses are designed to support professional development by providing practical, industry-relevant knowledge that can be applied in the workplace.

TWI CPD courses are currently delivered online through the TWI Learning Hub, providing flexible access to learning materials that can be completed at a time and pace that suits you.

The duration of each course varies depending on the subject matter and level of content. Information on course duration, learning outcomes and any requirements can be found on the individual course page.

Yes. TWI CPD courses are designed to provide flexible, self-paced learning, allowing you to complete your studies around your professional and personal commitments.

No. TWI CPD courses are suitable for individuals at different stages of their professional development. Whether you are looking to develop new knowledge, refresh existing skills or maintain your technical competence, you can choose a course that meets your learning needs.

Each course description includes information about the content, intended audience and learning outcomes. If you need further advice, our Training Team can help you identify the most suitable option.

After registering for a CPD course, you will receive access details for the TWI Learning Hub, where you can access your course materials and complete your learning online.

Yes. The TWI Learning Hub allows you to return to your course and continue your learning when it suits your schedule.

Use the password reset option available on the TWI Learning Hub login page. If you continue to experience issues, please contact the Training Team for support.

If you experience technical difficulties accessing your course or the TWI Learning Hub, please contact the Training Team for assistance.

Yes. After successfully completing a TWI CPD course, you will be able to download your certificate of completion via Learning Hub as evidence of your learning activity. This can be retained as part of your CPD records. The certificate will clearly state the training hours as well.

You should maintain a record of your CPD activities in a way that meets your professional requirements. Your TWI course certificate can be used as supporting evidence of your ongoing learning and development. You can access TWI Learning Hub any time in the future as well to download your certificate.

Many professional registration schemes require individuals to demonstrate ongoing learning and development. CPD can provide evidence that you are maintaining and developing your competence.

No. TWI CPD courses are available to both TWI Members and non-members.

Yes. TWI Professional Members benefit from a 5% discount on CPD course fees, helping members continue their professional development while making use of their membership benefits.

TWI Professional Members can access a range of benefits that support professional development, including technical resources, networking opportunities and career support.

Yes. Organisations can enrol multiple employees and discuss group access options with the TWI Training Team.

Yes. TWI can discuss your organisation’s learning objectives and help identify suitable CPD solutions to support your workforce development needs.

Course fees vary depending on the subject and content of each CPD course. Please refer to the individual course page for current pricing information.

TWI accepts payment by purchase order (PO), credit card and debit card. For support with payment arrangements or organisational bookings, please contact the TWI Training Team.

As a Professional or an Industrial Member, you are eligible for a discount on our new CPD modules, giving you even more value from your TWI membership while supporting your continued professional development

Yes. Employers can support employees by funding CPD training. Organisations looking to enrol multiple employees can contact the TWI Training Team to discuss group options.

Each CPD course includes information about the subject area, intended audience and learning outcomes to help you choose the most suitable option. If you are unsure where to begin, our Training Team can provide guidance.

TWI CPD courses are designed for professionals at different stages of their careers. Experienced engineers and technical specialists can use CPD to refresh existing knowledge, develop new skills and stay up to date with industry developments.

If you need support choosing a course, our Training Team can help you identify the most appropriate CPD options based on your role, experience and development objectives.