CPD and Employability
Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
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At CPD Global Standards, we help professionals understand the link between Continuing Professional Development and real-world employability outcomes.
This section addresses key questions about how CPD impacts job prospects, career progression, workforce readiness, and how accredited learning supports recruitment, retention, and advancement across regulated industries.
Yes, 90% of professionals reported career development as a direct result of their engagement in CPD activities.
CPD enhances career progression by developing key skills such as teamwork, public speaking, and technical competencies. A study published in the Journal of Social Sciences found that CPD activities significantly improve these skills, which are critical for employability.
Yes. A report by Deel indicates that 94% of employees would stay at a company longer if it invested in their career development through CPD.
CPD complements traditional qualifications by providing ongoing skill development. By adding a CPD section to a CV can improve job prospects significantly, with the opportunity of securing a desired job increased by 10%.
Yes. While traditional qualifications provide foundational knowledge, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) offers ongoing skill enhancement that aligns closely with current industry demands.
Employability Rates: Professionals holding CPD certificates have an employability rate of 85%, compared to 75% for those with a bachelor’s degree and 80% for master’s degree holders.
Salary Increases: Individuals with CPD certifications experience an average salary increase of 10%, surpassing the 6% increase for bachelor’s degree holders and closely matching the 12% for those with a master’s degree.Â
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