Dental CPD Hub

Dentists must complete 250 hours of dental CPD every five years, including 75 verifiable hours. You must also complete 10 verifiable hours in every two-year period and submit an annual CPD declaration to stay compliant with GDC requirements throughout your cycle. 

More on GDC CPD requirements 

Verifiable CPD is formally recorded, with a certificate showing the topic, date, provider and hours. Non-verifiable CPD includes self-directed learning, for example, journal reading, practice meetings, or reflection. Only verifiable CPD counts toward the GDC’s minimum verifiable requirements.

Failing to meet GDC CPD requirements can result in removal from the Register. In exceptional cases, you can apply for mitigation or a grace period. Keeping accurate records and a personal development plan helps you stay compliant and prepare for potential GDC audits.

GDC recommended CPD topics include: 

• Medical emergencies: 10 hours per cycle, at least 2 per year 

• Disinfection & decontamination: 5 hours per cycle 

• Radiography & radiation protection: 5 hours per cycle if you take X-rays 

• Safeguarding, legal & ethical issues, complaints handling, oral cancer: hours as appropriate to your role. 

Explore our 32-hour Core CPD bundle 

• Use the CPD Hub for automatic tracking 

• Keep certificates and evidence 

• Link activities to GDC development outcomes 

• Submit your annual CPD statement, even if reporting zero hours. 

Getting started with the BDA CPD Hub is simple: 

1. Register as a website user on the BDA website 
2. Access the CPD Hub with your login credentials 
3. Browse available courses and select those relevant to your development needs 
4. Complete courses and automatic tracking will record your progress 
5. Download certificates and evidence for your records. 

BDA members receive additional benefits including discounted rates and enhanced tracking features.