Online CPD Log: Replace Your Spreadsheet with a Smarter System
Many UK healthcare professionals still use paper diaries, Word documents, or spreadsheets to track their CPD. These methods are error-prone, time-consuming, and fragile — a corrupted file or lost folder can erase years of records. myCPD Tracker gives you a structured, encrypted online CPD log that's always up to date and accessible from any device.
Key Features
- 30+ activity types supported — Conferences, e-learning, peer review, clinical audit, research, teaching, mandatory training — every category your regulatory body recognises.
- Timestamped and auditable — Each entry records when it was created and last modified, giving you a defensible digital paper trail for appraisal or professional investigation.
- Instant PDF export — Generate a formatted CPD log PDF at any time — ready to share with your appraiser or attach to a revalidation submission.
- Search, filter, and sort — Find any activity by keyword, date, provider, or category in seconds. No more scrolling through rows of spreadsheet data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an online CPD log?
An online CPD log is a digital record of your Continuing Professional Development activities, stored securely in the cloud rather than on paper or a local spreadsheet. It allows you to add entries from any device, attach supporting evidence, and generate formatted reports for appraisal.
Why is an online log better than a spreadsheet?
Spreadsheets lack validated data entry fields, can't store file attachments natively, have no automatic CPD point calculation, and are vulnerable to corruption or accidental deletion. An online CPD log provides structured entry forms, built-in evidence storage, automatic backup, and point tracking.
Can I enter historical CPD activities I completed before joining?
Yes. myCPD Tracker lets you back-date entries to their original activity date. This means you can build a complete multi-year portfolio inside the app, even if you were previously tracking on paper or in a spreadsheet.
What evidence should I attach to each log entry?
The strongest evidence is a certificate of attendance or completion. If you don't have one, a conference agenda with your name, a letter from the organiser, or your own notes can suffice. For informal learning such as journal reading, a brief written reflection is often sufficient for most regulators.
Can I share my online CPD log with an appraiser?
Yes. From myCPD Tracker you can generate a secure, time-limited appraiser access link. Your reviewer sees a read-only view of your full CPD log including reflections and evidence — without needing your login credentials. The link expires automatically after the review period.