Continuing professional development

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Harnessing the expertise within the multidisciplinary Leeds Institute of Medical Education, the Training and Recognition (CPD) Team is committed to delivering high-quality professional learning that is evidence-based, practical and effective for our community of clinical educators. 

The Leeds Institute of Medical Education programme of CPD is delivered through face-to-face workshops, online sessions, conferences and eLearning modules to nurture excellent teaching practice and improve the learning experience and outcomes for all our students. Centred around key themes in clinical education, the programme is underpinned by the University of Leeds approach and curricula. 

Find out more about CPD for clinical educators


Professional learning for University staff

Organisational Development and Professional Learning (ODPL) at the University of Leeds offer staff comprehensive Student Education Development as well as information and guidance about working and standards at the University.


Develop your teaching expertise with formal programmes

If you are interested in developing your clinical education knowledge and practice in a more formal way, the University of Leeds provides flexible postgraduate opportunities in clinical education. You may want to look into the following postgraduate opportunities:

PGCert in Clinical Education (9 months online)

PGCert in Clinical Education (12 months)

PGDip in Clinical Education

MEd in Clinical Education

Click here to access the School of Medicine’s Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy 2025-26