Dentists need a minimum of 100 hours of verifiable CPD in each five-year cycle; other registrants need 75 or 50, as below.
| Registration | Minimum hours per five-year cycle |
|---|---|
| Dentists | 100 |
| Dental therapists, dental hygienists, orthodontic therapists, clinical dental technicians | 75 |
| Dental nurses, dental technicians | 50 |
You also need at least 10 hours of verifiable CPD in any two consecutive CPD years: see What counts as verifiable CPD? CPD years run 1 January to 31 December for dentists and 1 August to 31 July for dental care professionals.
Your CPD records are in the CPD Log in Enhanced CPD Pro, and your CPD reports give a full breakdown of your CPD activities.
Source: GDC: CPD scheme, checked 10 October 2026. The regulator's own guidance always takes precedence.
Questions about your CPD? Email dental@cpdpro.org.uk or use support in the app.