Application

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.