TRAMmCPD Book 2nd Edition

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We have thoroughly revised A Strategic Guide to Continuing Professional Development for Health and Care Professionals: The TRAMm Model (2nd ed). The new edition includes the latest professional policy guidance updates as well as the results of our ongoing research into professional development within health and social care. The importance of applying new learning in practice is reflected by the updated TRAMm model, in which ‘A’ now stands for ‘Apply’ (rather than ‘Activity’, as in the first edition). 

There is a new chapter on changing mindsets about CPD and how to create opportunities for learning and development, despite limited resources in the current economic climate. 

We have also expanded the chapter on CPD engagement, with updated evidence on exploring your strengths and preferred styles of learning.

Continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for all health and social care professionals. It is also beneficial for organisations. Evidence shows that when there is investment in CPD, individuals feel valued and their practice improves. 

In order to maximise the potential of your CPD, our practical handbook guides you through the updated five TRAMm  ‘stations’: Tell (T), Record (R), Apply (A), Monitor (M) and measure (m). The tried-and-tested TRAMm Model reflects the five standards for CPD laid down by the Health and Care Professions Council; and your own learning needs provide the main focus, enabling you to develop a full CPD portfolio as you progress. 

At the end of each chapter, there are opportunities to reflect on your learning – and apply theory to practice through a series of tasks. 

The book is designed for all levels (from health and social care students to experienced practitioners), the book may also be useful for associated support workers and other healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, optometrists, nurses and midwives. In addition, some aspects will be relevant for professionals outside healthcare, such as teachers, surveyors and engineers. 

Above all, the book demonstrates that CPD is closely linked to professional and personal success and well-being, and we should all see it as an essential part of our working lives.  

 Contents include: 

• What is continuing professional development (CPD) and why do we do it? 
• What counts as CPD? 
• Taking responsibility for CPD: Changing mindsets 
• Recognising your strengths and developing your preferred learning style 
• Introduction to the TRAMm model 
• How do you plan and disseminate your CPD? TRAMm Station T: TELL 
• How do you record your CPD plans and activities? TRAMm Station R: RECORD 
• How can you apply your CPD? TRAMm Station A: APPLY 
• How do you keep track of your CPD? TRAMm Station M: MONITOR 
• How do you measure your CPD? TRAMm Station m: mEASURE

Whilst TRAMmCPD has been developed by Occupational Therapists all professions may benefit from the TRAMm Model and TRAMm Trail to guide CPD. The TRAMm Tracker is currently written for those regulated by the HCPC but it could be adapted to suit other requirements. Please contact us if you have any queries or comments.