CPD: The Way Forward

Revamping CPD: A New Direction for Estate Agents’ Professional Development

In December 2023, the Property Principal Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) issued a notice to all estate agents obligated to accrue Continual Professional Development (CPD) points as part of their ongoing education.

The key points of this notice include:

• All payments, up to and including for 2023, must be current.
• CPD points outstanding from before 2023 are no longer required.
• Your CPD Personal Development Plan (PDP) for 2024 must be completed.
• The previous categorisation of CPD points into Verifiable and Non-Verifiable is now discontinued.
• Going forward, four modules per annum must be completed. These can be found on your MyCPD PPRA Portal once released.
• These modules may be completed via your PPRA MyCPD Portal or with a provider accredited by the PPRA.

Who is eligible to complete CPD annual modules?

• Full Status agents, known as non-principal property practitioners, are eligible.
• All non-principal practitioners qualify for CPD the year following the achievement of their new non-principal status, as recorded on their PPRA MyPortal.
• All principal property practitioners are eligible for CPD.

This notice marks a significant shift in the approach to CPD, simplifying the process while ensuring that all practitioners continue to develop their professional skills. It’s essential for all estate agents to stay informed of these changes and ensure they comply with the new requirements to maintain their professional standing and continue providing high-quality service in the real estate industry.