Self‑learning is continuing professional development (CPD) that physicians complete independently by logging into their national medical College account. Physicians can complete self‑learning on almost any topic, at any time.

Self‑learning credits differ from formal CPD credits in how they are approved and claimed. Self‑learning credits can be claimed directly by physicians, for a variety of activities, through their College account without prior program review. Formal CPD credits are attached to activities that must be applied for and reviewed in advance by a CACME‑accredited provider (for