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SOMETHING FOR NOTHING

September 29, 2025 by Alison

In the room CPD provides more than just training.
The benefits of being in the room for CPD are sometimes unseen, but you do get something for nothing.

Something for Nothing?  Who doesn’t love a cheeky freebie. We do.  They are hard to resist.  Getting something for nothing is a real winner. 

Here, we’re talking about the full benefit of an in the room CPD. Making the effort to rock up in person can feel like a big waste of time.  Why bother?  We know, it really can feel like a faff. We know. So, what extra juice are you getting for the extra effort.

Well, whatever CPD Essentials is called upon to deliver, be it the development of a new inhouse CPD property training event, or a regular face to face regional CPD day, we do so with focus, care and attention to detail.  But what initially feels like a bit of a faff, can provide some hidden advantages our attendees gain free of charge, simply by being in the room.  Yes, free.  Imagine.

Apart from getting some of the best of the best professional CPD available to chartered surveyors, here are a few of the extra Something for Nothing benefits you get from coming into the room and actually enjoying our learning options.

We Can See You

Attending events organised by CPD Essentials can raise your profile as a business.   You will very likely be in a room of circa 100+ people, who are active in your professional field.  A good piece of professional visibility with those that matter most.

Second Opinions and Third Too

At our events, you will hear from some industry experts in their chosen field.  We continually search out the best of the best on the subjects that matter to you as surveyors – trees, money laundering, professional liability to name just three.  Being in the room gives you direct access to the speakers so that you can chat in confidence on that thorny problem you have on your desk right now.  And obtain a candid reply. Invaluable.

Talk, Talk, Talk

The impromptu chat with a fellow delegate at lunch or a meeting with your own regional team can allow the conversation that wasn’t planned to flow.  Shared experiences discussed, live projects explored, impromptu meets.  Not a primary reason for attending, but another clear benefit of coming along to a face to face CPD Essentials event.  The formal learning is only part of the story.

A Focus on Investment

Stepping away from the email, the phone and the daily grind is full investment in you and your chartership.  You spent thousands becoming a chartered surveyor and you’re at the top of your profession. So create the space for your learning.  Come into the room and reboot your expertise. Your knowledge bank is our main priority.  Plus, we don’t bite.

You’re Not Alone

Through our long business life, CPD Essentials has provided CPD training to thousands of surveyors.  We have hosted regional day and half day events throughout the country.  We provide CPD training in towns and cities through the country including Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth, Manchester, Oxford, Warwick, Solihull, Leeds, Basingstoke, Sunderland, Winchester, Southampton, Cambridge, Canterbury and even London.  And in case you’re interested, this list is not complete.  There are other towns.  We love visiting your neck of the woods.

We deliberately choose easy to reach regional venues with great transport links.  We constantly research the best of the best expert speakers for you.

Look, we know you must undertake CPD training, but it doesn’t have to be boring.  Here at CPD Essentials we have designed our courses to help you achieve the most out of every learning moment.

Join us, you’re going to love every minute.

Look at our Events Page for up to date details of what’s what

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News Tagged With: CPD, cpd for surveyors, surveyors

New ownership at CPD essentials!

April 29, 2025 by Alison

After many wonderful years running CPD Essentials, Alison has decided it’s time to hang up her boots and enjoy a well-earned break. It’s the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new and exciting chapter.

From the very start, Alison has poured her energy, knowledge, and heart into CPD Essentials, creating something special that’s helped so many surveyors keep up with their continuing professional development. From in-person CPD training days to live webinars tailored to the needs of property professionals, Alison made it easy for surveyors to stay compliant, confident, and up to date.

It’s been a one-woman show, planning CPD events, curating expert speakers, and managing all the logistics, and now she’s passing it all on to someone who knows the business inside and out: her daughter, Megan.

Megan has been part of the journey behind the scenes for a little while now, and she’s now stepping forward to take the lead. She’ll be continuing everything you’ve come to expect from CPD Essentials, including in-person CPD events for surveyors, online CPD webinars, and that same friendly, personal approach that’s been there from the start.

“It means a lot to be taking this on from Mum,” says Megan. “She’s built something really valuable, and I’m proud to keep it going. I’m looking forward to bringing my own ideas to the mix, but keeping the same straightforward, high-quality and affordable CPD that surveyors know and appreciate.”

Alison is now stepping away fully, but her influence and hard work will always be part of CPD Essentials. Megan is excited (and just a little nervous!) to take on the challenge, and she’s grateful for your continued support as she finds her feet.

Whether you’re looking for RICS-compliant CPD hours, a reliable CPD programme for surveyors, or simply a down-to-earth place to stay informed, Megan and CPD Essentials are here to help.

Here’s to new beginnings, and to keeping CPD simple, useful, and human.

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News Tagged With: CPD, cpd for surveyors, surveyors

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