CPD Self-Accreditation
Approve your own CPD using a clear framework. Issue professional, verifiable certificates and digital badges—without third-party audits.
You are in control
You decide when your course is ready and how it evolves. No need to wait for approval or pay for each update.
Fast, Without Cutting Corners
If your training is in place, you can be issuing CPD certificates within a day — with tools that help you stay aligned to best practice.
Cost-Effective at Any Scale
You only pay for what you need — and the more you use it, the more efficient it becomes. There are no hidden fees, no complex contracts, and no pressure to commit to packages you don’t need.
Certificates That Speak for Themselves
Open CPD certificates and digital badges include clear, structured information like learning aims, skills gained, and CPD points — so their value is easy to see and trust.
Already Doing the Hard Part
If your training delivers real skills, you’re halfway there.
Define Your Outcomes
Clearly define what your course covers and the skills gained.
Issue Certificates
Use the platform to issue verifiable CPD certificates and digital badges.
Stay Compliant
We provide the tools to help you stay aligned with best practice.
Will Self-Accreditation Hold Up?
In under a minute, you’ll learn:
- Why self-accreditation is valid and widely accepted
- How Open CPD ensures your certificates are structured and verifiable
- What makes this approach trusted by training providers across sectors.
Find tutorials, case studies, and best practices on our official YouTube channel.
How It Works with Open CPD
Success is in the details, and we’re here to show you just how easy this can be. Download our quick guide or book a demo today!
We’ll Walk You Through It
Whether you're just getting started or rethinking how you offer CPD recognition, you're not alone. We’ve helped hundreds of providers across sectors — and we’re here to help you do it properly, without overcomplicating things.
Breaking the Accreditation Myth
We speak to providers who say: “I always thought CPD accreditation was something only the big training companies could offer.” Excellent training shouldn't be held back by confusing, expensive systems.
Built for Transparency and Control
That’s exactly why Open CPD exists. We put you in control, giving your learners the flexible, transparent approach and credibility they expect. You just need the right framework.
Launch Your Certificates in One Hour
You could be offering CPD Accreditation in one hour from now! Once your course is ready, there’s no need to wait. Start small, scale confidently.
Tools and Guidance at Your Fingertips
Access our CPD Course Genie (AI) or Join a webinar for step-by-step guidance.
Important Compliance Note
Open CPD supports self-accreditation for the majority of training programmes. However, in some professions, CPD certification must follow specific rules. It is your responsibility to ensure your training complies with any local legal or industry-specific requirements. Download our MAP OF CPD for more information.