Victoria Legal Services Board and Commissioner consultation on CPD

The Victoria Legal Services Board and Commissioner is currently accepting thoughts for their ongoing review on CPD in the state. The review is keen to hear from a broad range of lawyers and other stakeholders. The review is hoping to hear opinions on topics such as the levels CPD is aimed at, the role of regulators in CPD, effective learning styles, and topics that should be covered by CPD.

The Board has said “While most lawyers recognise the value of professional development in maintaining and enhancing their skills, there is concern that the current points-based system tends to drive a compliance-focused ‘box ticking’ exercise, rather than a more considered pursuit of learning and development suited to an individual lawyer’s particular needs.  We are also seeking to be more efficient, risk-based and outcomes-focused in our regulation of CPD compliance.”

See an executive summary of the issues being covered, or see the full issues paper.

Also see the consultation response, until 3 July.

Also see the Board’s comments.

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