SAICA CPD Policy

A revised CPD policy, effective from 1 January 2020, moved the measurement of lifelong learning, for the purpose of professional body reporting, from input (hours) to output (competence relevant to your role). It has become more critical that professionals embrace lifelong learning, as accountants of the future will likely have to learn, relearn and unlearn at a rapid pace to remain relevant.

The CPD policy was reviewed in 2023, with minor revisions, effective immediately. The main changes to the policy include provision for:

• A definition of ‘professionally active’
• The age of 70+ not being professionally active
• Career breaks.

SAICA’s objective with the CPD policy is to protect the public interest by ensuring that there is a framework within which members commit to ongoing learning and development throughout their careers, and gaining the competence required for their accountant roles.

For the revised CPD policy and more guidance on the CPD policy itself, the changes and how to comply, visit the SAICA website on:

https://www.saica.org.za/initiatives/competency-framework/cpd-policy