Allowing Learners to Self-Add CPD Activities
Overview
Learners can log their own completed CPD activities directly from their CPD dashboard. This gives individuals greater ownership over their development and helps ensure all relevant learning is recorded—whether it happens inside or outside of Learn Amp.
This page provides a quick reference for enabling and using self-add functionality. For the complete guide including approval workflows, reflection requirements, and editing submissions, see CPD Self-Submissions and Workflow.
Enabling Self-Add for a CPD Scheme
Administrators must enable self-submissions on each CPD scheme where this functionality is required.
Quick Setup
Navigate to CPD → Manage Schemes in the sidebar navigation
Click Edit on the relevant CPD scheme
Enable Allow learners to add entries
Configure optional settings:
Require sign-off – Submissions need admin approval before points are credited
Require reflection – Learners must upload documentation with their submission
Click Save
For Learners: Adding a CPD Entry
Once enabled, learners can add their own CPD activities:
Navigate to My CPD in the sidebar navigation
Click Add CPD or Add Entry
Enter the required details:
Title
CPD hours/points
Date completed
Formal or informal classification
Complete any required reflection (file upload, text note, or video)
Submit the entry
What Happens Next
Configuration | Outcome |
|---|---|
No sign-off required | Entry is automatically approved and points are credited |
Sign-off required | Entry goes to admin queue for review |
Editing Submissions
Learners can edit their own submissions after submitting. Click on the activity in your CPD log to access the edit form.
For full details, see Editing CPD Submissions as a Learner.
Pre-requisites
Learner must be assigned to a CPD scheme
The scheme must have Allow learners to add entries enabled
Learner must have an active CPD cycle
FAQs
Q: Why can't I see the option to add CPD?
You may not be assigned to a CPD scheme, or the scheme doesn't allow learner submissions. Contact your administrator.
Q: Can I edit a CPD entry after submission?
Yes. Click on the activity in your CPD log to access the edit form. See Editing CPD Submissions as a Learner for details.
Q: What counts as a valid reflection?
Your administrator decides the acceptable format. You may be asked to upload a document, write a brief note, or record a short video.
Troubleshooting
Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
Can't find the CPD section | Navigate to My CPD in the sidebar navigation |
Add CPD button not visible | Ensure you're part of an active CPD scheme with self-submissions enabled |
Submission not logged | Check if admin approval is required before it's added to your CPD record |
Error uploading reflection | Try an alternative format (note or video), or contact Support |
Learn More
For comprehensive guidance on self-submissions, including:
Detailed submission workflow steps
Approval and rejection processes
Configuration options and combinations
Admin review procedures