Legal CPD - Frequently Asked Questions
If you're starting to organise your legal CPD courses, it's natural to have a few questions. Our FAQ answers some of the most common questions we receive from lawyers including calculating CPD hours, what activities qualify for CPD points, tax deductibility and interactive CPD course elements.
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What qualifies as CPD hours?
What qualifies as CPD hours?
A CPD hour is every hour a practitioner actively engages in an activity relevant to their immediate or long-term professional development needs. Learn more about what constitutes a CPD hour and recognised CPD activities.
Is CPD tax deductible?
Is CPD tax deductible?
Some expenses associated with CPD training are tax deductible. If you attended legal CPD seminars, conferences or completed online training to meet your mandatory requirements, you could claim the associated fees. Learn more about legal CPD and tax deductions.
What happens if I don’t complete my CPD?
What happens if I don’t complete my CPD?
It's a mandatory requirement for Australian lawyers to complete their CPD training. Lawyers who don't complete their annual CPD requirements risk breaching their professional obligations, and potentially facing disciplinary proceedings. Learn more about what can happen if you don’t meet the CPD requirements.
What is interactive CPD?
What is interactive CPD?
An interactive legal CPD course is a great way to enhance your learning and enrich your CPD experience. Unlike other forms of online learning - such as webinars or video recordings - interactive CPD contain interactive elements that further immerse the learner in their online training to improve their learning outcomes. Learn more about interactive CPD courses.
Are all Australian lawyers required to complete CPD?
Are all Australian lawyers required to complete CPD?
Australian lawyers must complete a minimum of 10 hours (10 points) of continuing professional development (CPD) each year in order to maintain their practising certificate. Learn more about legal CPD or check out our guide for an overview of the CPD requirements in your jurisdiction.