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Continuing Professional Development Case Study

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Joanne Mckibbin and Alix Walton (Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care 2nd Edition) referenced the Department of Health, that stated that continuing professional development is ‘a range of learning activities through which professionals maintain and develop throughout their career to ensure that they retain their capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice’. This statement defines the importance of continuously developing individuals within the organization and how this reflects on the individuals’ practices and attitude towards their roles. This safeguards the service users, improves the care/support they receive, the relationship with families, local authorities, funders and the organization would always adhere to the required legislations. …show more content…

Professional development also recognizes strength areas, builds confidence, competence, motivation and helps prepare individuals for career progression (within the organization or outside of the

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