Difference Between a CPD and Ofqual Regulated Qualifications

# Updates on Our Courses and Training at Bella Mai Academy

We will be posting any updates regarding our courses and training in this blog. I thought it would be helpful for students enquiring about courses.

Recent Changes in the Industry

As we are all aware, there have been a lot of changes in our industry. Regulations are frequently discussed, but no deadline has been disclosed yet. The latest change involves insurance; some companies now require Ofqual Regulated qualifications.

We, as a training academy, have always advised our students to complete CPD courses. We recommend our Proqual Level 3 Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology qualification as it is an Ofqual Regulated qualification click the picture to go to the course page for more information. This qualification provides a solid starting point in the industry. I am glad to see insurance companies making this change.

If you DO NOT have any Ofqual Regulated qualifications, regardless of which qualifications you would like to complete, the ProQual Level 3 Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology qualification should be your first step. It is a necessary qualification for most courses. You can purchase the course below. Make sure to click on the picture above to ensure you understand the course requirements.

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Understanding the Difference Between CPD and Ofqual Regulated Qualifications

If you are unsure whether you have a CPD qualification or an Ofqual-regulated qualification, it's simple to tell the difference. During a CPD course, you may have been told that it was a Level 3 or Level 4 course, such as a CPD Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology. This is NOT accurate. CPD course providers can label their courses however they wish, and some have added levels to their qualifications. This is where confusion arises.

In my opinion, it should never have been allowed to assign levels to these courses due to their non-Ofqual-regulated status. We, as a training academy, have never given our CPD courses levels for this reason.

Please check your certificates carefully. If the certificates you hold do not feature the Ofqual logo, they are NOT Ofqual Regulated Qualifications. I have included a picture to the right with the Ofqual Logo circled as an example.

To be clear, if your certificates DO NOT have the Ofqual logo, then your certificate is a CPD Certificate and is NOT an Ofqual Regulated qualification, regardless of what level it states.

Why Choose Ofqual Regulated Qualifications?

Now, don't get me wrong, CPD qualifications have had their place in the industry until now. However, with the industry evolving, you should aim to complete Ofqual-regulated qualifications. This is why we are transitioning our CPD qualifications to Ofqual-regulated ones. Some of you may have noticed that our CPD Non-Surgical Body Contouring Training Course and our CPD Fat Freezing Training Course are now ProQual Ofqual Regulated qualifications. (Click on each of the pictures below for more information on these courses.)

With these two courses, along with many of our other ProQual courses, we offer an RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) option. This option is for students who are already trained in the treatment with a CPD qualification. It allows them to upgrade to an Ofqual Regulated Qualification at a lower cost. Since they already possess the underlying knowledge and practical skills, this transition is more manageable.

Ask Us Anything!

Feel free to ask any questions in the comments below. I will be adding more blogs on different qualifications over the next few weeks. We cover a variety of areas, including Aesthetics, Laser, PMU, and more, which we will explore in depth.

By staying informed and adapting to these changes, we can ensure you receive the best training possible in this evolving industry. Remember, investing in Ofqual Regulated qualifications could open many doors for your career. Thank you for being part of our community!