CPD Event Approval

Applications for CPD accreditation must be submitted using the current Application Form for Educational Events for PCS Accreditation (External Credits Category).

The application process is based on the requirements of the Medical Council CPD Accreditation Framework and aims to ensure that accredited educational activities:

• Address identified educational needs.
• Have clearly defined learning objectives.
• Support improvements in knowledge, competence, and professional practice.
• Are developed independently of commercial influence.
• Demonstrate transparency regarding sponsorship and financial relationships.
• Comply with relevant ethical, regulatory, and professional standards.

Applications will not be considered unless all sections of the application form are fully completed, and all supporting documentation is provided.

Download CPD Approval Application Form

Applicants must submit:

• A detailed programme including session timings and faculty.
• A declaration confirming that presentations do not contain direct promotional or trade activity.
• A copy of the participant’s evaluation/feedback form.
• Sponsorship declarations where applicable.
• Financial relationship disclosures for planners, faculty and others who control educational content, where the activity includes clinical topics.

The Medical Organiser must:

• Hold Specialist Registration with the Irish Medical Council.
• Assume responsibility for the scientific quality and educational integrity of the activity.
• Confirm that the programme has been developed independently and presents a balanced scientific perspective.
• Ensure disclosure of relevant financial relationships to learners.

Postgraduate Training Bodies recognise CPD credits awarded by other recognised Training Bodies.

Event providers are encouraged to submit an accreditation application to only one Training Body, namely the body most relevant to the educational content of the event.

Applications and supporting documentation should be submitted at least 30 days before the event date.

Download the Application Form  Download CPD Approval Application Form

Submit completed applications to:

Professional Development Department
College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland
22 Merrion Square North
Dublin 2
Email: professionalcompetence@coa.ie

You must apply separately each year for recurring events, even where accreditation has been granted previously, as event content, faculty and learning outcomes may change.

Accredited CPD credits must not be advertised until written confirmation has been issued by the College.

Event organisers must:

• Maintain attendance records.
• Issue attendance certificates to delegates.
• Include reference to the Domains of Professional Practice addressed by the activity.
• Retain relevant records in accordance with College requirements.

A fee of €1,500 applies to commercial organisations seeking CPD accreditation for educational activities. Applications will only be processed once the required fee and supporting documentation have been received.

The College recognises that educational activities may receive commercial support. However, all educational content must remain independent, balanced, and free from commercial bias.

Where sponsorship is received, organisers must comply with:

• The Medical Council CPD Accreditation Framework.
• Irish Pharmaceutical Healthcare Association requirements.
• College sponsorship guidance.

Disclosure of commercial support and relevant financial relationships is required as part of the accreditation process.