Choosing the Right CPD for You
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 29
Choosing the right CPD isn’t always simple. With so many options available, how do you know which training will genuinely make a difference in your classroom?
In this week’s episode of Eyes On Us, Emma and Sophie talk about how early years practitioners can make the best choices when selecting their professional development. It’s not just about ticking a box — it’s about finding CPD that supports your growth, strengthens your practice, and connects to your everyday work with children.
1. Start with your interests and goals
A meaningful CPD should feel relevant. Emma and Sophie share how practitioners can use their personal interests, appraisals, and feedback from others to guide their choices. When training connects to something you’re already curious about, you’re far more likely to apply it effectively in your setting.
2. Look for practical application
The best CPD isn’t about sitting through slides — it’s about learning strategies you can take back and use the next day. As Sophie explains, “If you leave the session inspired but unsure how to use what you’ve learned, it hasn’t done its job.”
3. Choose quality over quantity
More courses don’t necessarily mean more progress. Emma highlights how one well-delivered, well-chosen training can have more impact than five rushed ones. The key is to seek depth, not just duration.
4. Reflect and act
After every CPD, reflection turns knowledge into practice. What worked? What will you try next? Great training starts conversations and builds habits that last long after the session ends.
At QuEST, we design every CPD to be practical, engaging, and grounded in real classroom experience. Because when professional development works, it doesn’t just change what you know — it changes what you do.
🎥 Watch the full episode above and discover how to make your next CPD truly count.
