Maximising Legal CPD: How to Choose the Best CPD Activities for Your Career Growth
Maximising Legal CPD: How to Choose the Best CPD Activities for Your Career Growth
As the March 31st deadline for legal CPD approaches, many lawyers are looking for ways to fulfill their requirements efficiently. But completing CPD isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s an opportunity to enhance your legal expertise, stay ahead of industry trends, and improve your professional skills.
At TEN The Education Network (www.tved.net.au), we offer a wide range of CPD programs designed to provide real value beyond compliance. So how do you choose the best CPD activities to support your career growth?
1. Align CPD with Your Career Goals
Your legal CPD should contribute to your professional development. Ask yourself:
- Do you want to specialise in a new area of law?
- Are you looking to improve skills like advocacy, negotiation, or legal tech proficiency?
- Do you need to stay updated on regulatory changes that impact your practice?
Choosing courses that match your goals ensures that your CPD is not just a requirement but an investment in your future.
2. Balance Mandatory and Practical Learning
Most Australian lawyers must complete CPD across key competency areas, including:
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility
- Practice Management and Business Skills
- Professional Skills
- Substantive Law
While fulfilling these requirements, consider how each session benefits your practice. A well-rounded CPD plan should combine compliance with practical skills that improve your daily work.
3. Choose Flexible, High-Quality Learning Formats
Time constraints can make completing legal CPD challenging. Look for options that fit your schedule:
- Recorded Webinars – Learn at your own pace.
- Live online webinars – Engage with experts in real time.
- Face-to-face Conferences– Network with peers and deepen your understanding of complex topics.
At TEN The Education Network, we provide flexible CPD formats, so you can complete your requirements without disrupting your workflow.
4. Stay Ahead with Emerging Legal Trends
The legal landscape is evolving, with changes in technology, AI, and regulatory compliance reshaping the industry. Choosing CPD topics on emerging trends keeps you competitive and prepared for the future.
Some trending CPD topics include:
- AI and automation in legal practice
- Cybersecurity and data protection laws
- ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) regulations
5. Don’t Leave CPD to the Last Minute
Procrastination can lead to rushed CPD choices that don’t add real value. Plan your legal CPD early to ensure you select high-quality programs that align with your career needs.
Ready to Get Started?
We offer a comprehensive selection of legal CPD programs designed to meet your compliance needs while enhancing your professional development. Explore our latest CPD offerings at www.tved.net.au and make your CPD work for you.
