What does Continuing Professional Development (CPD) mean in Further Education, and how can it improve your practice? In this article, Hollie Barnes-Lomax explains what counts as CPD, what makes it effective. (CPD) in Further Education Further Education (FE) includes colleges, independent training providers and adult and community learning. It also includes sixth-form provision, offender learning,…>
Written by Hollie Barnes-Lomax
Hollie Barnes-Lomax is a Teaching and Learning Excellence Manager and experienced Further Education practitioner, specialising in teaching, learning, professional development and quality improvement. She has extensive experience as an English lecturer, teacher educator, examiner, curriculum writer and external CPD facilitator, working with practitioners, leaders and organisations across the FE and skills sector. Hollie holds a BA (Hons) and MA in English language and linguistics, Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. She is committed to evidence-informed practice and to creating professional development that leads to meaningful improvements for practitioners, learners and apprentices.