Practising Certificate and CPD

All barristers are required to complete CPD hours and return a record card to the BSB annually. In the first three years’ of practice, newly qualified practitioners are required to complete 45 hours of CPD, including at least 9 hours of Advocacy Training and 3 hours of Ethics (the “New Practitioners’ Programme”). After the first three years of practice, barristers are required to undertake 12 hours of CPD each year (the “Established Practitioners’ Programme”). The CPD Information Pack explains about each CPD programme, along with details on what can count towards your CPD requirement. The Bar Standards Board is currently undertaking a CPD Review.

Annexe C of the Code of Conduct outlines the CPD regulations.

Details of accredited courses can be found under the heading Courses Database.

There is the facility to download a list of accredited course providers and apply to become an accredited course provider.

We understand that you may have many questions in relation to your CPD requirements. A list of frequently asked questions on CPD will assist you.

Please contact:

 

Rachel Reeves Training Compliance Assistant, who can assist with queries relating to individuals CPD requirements.