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Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Continuing Professional Development

In today’s fast-changing workplace, keeping your skills up to date is essential. Our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses are designed to help individuals and organisations develop new skills, maintain professional standards and stay ahead of industry changes. Whether you’re looking to refresh existing knowledge, gain a recognised qualification or develop specialist expertise, our flexible CPD training can help you achieve your goals.

We work with employers, professional bodies and industry partners to deliver practical, high-quality training that supports career progression and business success. Courses are available throughout the year and can be delivered at one of our campuses, online or at your workplace to suit your organisation’s needs. Here are some of the reason’s why you should study a CPD course with us:

  • Industry-focused training – Courses developed with employers to ensure you gain practical, up-to-date skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace.
  • Flexible learning options – Study during the day, evening, online, on campus or in your workplace, with courses designed to fit around work and personal commitments.
  • Expert tutors – Learn from experienced industry professionals who bring real-world knowledge and current best practice to every session.
  • Recognised qualifications – Many of our CPD courses lead to nationally recognised qualifications, helping you meet industry standards and enhance your professional credentials.
  • Bespoke employer training – We work with organisations to design tailored training programmes that address specific business needs and support workforce development.
  • Career progression – Whether you’re looking to gain new skills, achieve a promotion, change career or maintain professional registration, our CPD courses can help you achieve your goals.
  • Modern facilities and excellent support – Benefit from industry-standard learning environments, dedicated support from our Business Development Team and a welcoming learning community.
Adult Continuing Professional Development Courses 

Our adult CPD training is ideal for employees and employers looking to upskill, retrain or develop specialist knowledge. Choose from security, first aid or CSCS courses, designed around your business needs.

Why Choose CPD at UCG? 

  • Tailored training programmes designed around your business needs
  • Wide range of NVQs, short courses and professional qualifications
  • Flexible delivery options including on-site, online or at college
  • Short courses available from half-day sessions to longer programmes
  • Support from our experienced Business Development team
  • Access to an established NVQ Assessment Centre
  • Training aligned with industry standards and employer demand

We understand that every organisation is different, which is why we offer bespoke training solutions to suit your workforce, schedule and goals.

Career Opportunities & Progression 

Continuing Professional Development training helps both employees and employers achieve long-term success.

For employees, this means:

  • Gaining recognised qualifications and industry skills
  • Improving career prospects and progression opportunities
  • Developing confidence and performance in the workplace

For employers, this means:

  • A more skilled, efficient and productive workforce
  • Improved staff retention and development
  • Access to training that supports business growth and innovation

Our programmes support progression across multiple sectors, helping individuals move into higher-level roles, specialist positions or leadership pathways.

What Our Students Say
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“Getting into security has opened doors for me.”
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“The training process was seamless. I had good instructors who were very flexible, supporting people of all learning levels. On the last day after our exams, a security company came and did a presentation. We had the opportunity to have an interview afterwards. I told them about my experiences, and they said I would be a good fit. I formally applied for a role and started with the company soon after. Getting into security has opened doors for me. I hope I will continue to take steps up the career ladder.”

Jeff
Studied Door Supervision
City of Westminster College
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“Best decision that I ever made”
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“Coming to study at the City of Westminster College was the best decision that I had ever made. The teachers are very accommodating – they help you learn things in a way that might be easier for you to learn. They are very supportive and I think that’s one of the best things about learning here.”

Alex
Studied SIA Door Supervision & Level 2 Music Performance & Production
City of Westminster College
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