
06/09/2025
The intention of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is good, but its implementation has become impractical. In many ways, it feels less like professional growth and more like a business burdening every professional.
Why impractical?
● Expensive – the costs of attending seminars and workshops are high.
● Low Credit Points – many programs offer minimal points despite the effort and expense.
● Time-Consuming – attending these activities often takes away from actual practice.
● Irrelevant or Outdated Content – some topics don’t add real value, while others are poorly delivered and just fillers for points.
● Remote Venues – traveling increases costs and inconvenience.
All these factors make professionals feel they’re wasting money rather than truly developing.
A Better Approach:
CPD should not be a tool to block the renewal of the Professional Identification Card (PIC). Instead, it should serve as a credential-based identity system, giving professionals the freedom to choose how much they want to grow.
Imagine if CPD attainment was reflected directly on the PIC:
Through ● Star Ratings, ● Letter Grades, ● Tier Levels, ● Numbered Stages, or ● Color Codes.
This way, a professional’s level of development is visible at a glance. A PIC showing 3 Stars or a Gold Level immediately signals that the holder is a highly skilled and committed professional, equipped with years of continuous learning.
Impact on Success:
Such a system motivates professionals to pursue growth for recognition and credibility—not out of compliance. It also raises their professional value, since higher attainment naturally justifies higher professional fees.
Those who dismiss seminars remain at the basic level, while those who invest in continuous learning stand out, achieve more, and get what they truly deserve.