Submitting CPD

When submitting CPD to SiLC you should include a:

log of maintaining and improving knowledge and understanding – with particular consideration to the SiLC criteria
log (where applicable) of completing LCR and promoting use of the LCR
log of the application of knowledge and understanding relevant to land condition across the range of professions involved
log of use of communication skills, internal and external
log (where appropriate) of assistance to candidates entering the profession.

SiLCs are encouraged to develop a CPD plan. Qualities that might be included, are:

specific technical knowledge and or skills, especially those outside the remit of usual work (for example, a chartered geologist may need to further develop understanding of the role of chartered surveyors and vice versa)
knowledge of relevant new legislation
management techniques
problem solving
communication skills
leadership/management skills.

Developing a CPD plan

When developing a CPD plan, you should:

set objectives with a realistic challenge and target levels to achieve
choose a preferred method of learning (or combination)
include SiLC criteria requirements (eg keeping up-to-date with the LCR)
reflect on activities and evidence of skills acquisition
identify personally suitable potential subjects and qualities as suggested above.