Psychologists in professional development
CPD & Professional Development

Adopting PPU is
documented professional development

Learning a new clinical framework, applying it in session, and reflecting on outcomes is CPD activity under every major registration board’s requirements.

Applicable boards: AHPRA · APS · NZPB · BPS · HCPC
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Estimated CPD Hours

How much CPD does PPU adoption generate?

1–2hr

Reading the evidence base

Active learning. Clinical justification and neuroscientific rationale.

1hr

7-phase framework walkthrough

Structured reading. First-time review of the complete session framework.

3–6hr

First three supervised applications

In-session use with structured reflective notes after each session.

1hr

Peer discussion

Discussing PPU use with a colleague or supervisor counts as peer CPD.

Ongoing

Reflective practice notes

Post-session notes submitted through the pilot portal qualify as reflective CPD.

6–10hr

Full pilot participation

Combined total across a 3-month pilot. Covers multiple CPD categories.

Note on formal recognition: Power Phrase Universe is in the process of applying for formal AHPRA-aligned CPD recognition. Until confirmed, PPU adoption can be recorded as self-directed CPD — a legitimate and accepted CPD category.

What Counts as CPD

Every activity, categorised for your log

Copy these directly into your CPD log.

1–2
hours

Reading the Evidence Base & Clinical Justification Document

Review of the neuroscientific rationale, developmental psychology framework, and clinical evidence.

Active Learning
1
hour

Completing the 7-Phase Session Framework Walkthrough

Structured reading and comprehension of the complete therapeutic session framework.

Active Learning
1–2
per session

First Three In-Session Applications (any deck)

Supervised or self-directed in-session use of PPU with a client, with structured reflection notes.

Active Learning Reflective Practice
1
hour

Peer Discussion or Peer Supervision Conversation

A structured conversation with a colleague or supervisor about your PPU use and observations.

Peer Consultation
Ongoing

Pilot Session Notes (submitted through the Portal)

Brief structured notes submitted after each pilot session qualify as reflective practice CPD.

Reflective Practice

From pilot to school recommendation

Once pilot psychologists have gathered three months of session data and provided testimonials, the next stage opens: psychologist-to-school recommendation.

Apply for the Pilot →

Important: CPD hour estimates are indicative only. Clinicians are responsible for determining which activities qualify under their registration board’s requirements. ABN 55 260 040 085 · Warabrook NSW 2304, Australia