--- title: The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's Member Blog | CPD description: CPD | Welcome to The Inside Track – The Insurance Institute's dedicated online space for industry insights, careers advice, study tips and more. --- [![logo-from-updated-site](https://blog.iii.ie/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Insurance%20Institute/logo-from-updated-site.png?width=178&name=logo-from-updated-site.png)](http://www.iii.ie/) [**MEMBER LOGIN**](https://eu-quercus.elluciancloud.com/app/iii/f?p=10604:101:3609409149439) - [Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes) - [Certificate in Product Advice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Product-Advice-APA) - [Certificate in Insurance Practice](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Certificate-in-Insurance-Practice-CIP) - [Higher Diploma in Insurance Management](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Higher-Diploma-in-Insurance-Management) - [Specialty Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes) - [Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Insurance-Practitioner-Apprenticeship) - [Certified Insurance Director](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certified-Insurance-Director) - [Certificate in Climate Risk](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Certificate-in-Climate-Risk) - [Micro-credentials](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Specialty-Programmes/Micro-credentials) - [Affiliate Programmes](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes) - [Non-General Insurance Qualifications](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#non-general-insurance-qualifications) - [Certified Diploma in Loss Adjusting](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#cdip) - [ACII to FCII](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Affiliate-Programmes#acii-and-fcii) - [Exemptions](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exemptions) - [Exams](https://iii.ie/Programmes/Exam-Information) - [Membership](https://iii.ie/Membership) - [Membership Categories and Fees](https://iii.ie/Membership/Membership-Categories-Fees) - [CPD](https://iii.ie/Membership/CPD) - [Local Institutes](https://iii.ie/Membership/Local-Institutes) - [Careers](https://iii.ie/Membership/Careers) - [Register of Compliant Persons](https://iii.ie/Membership/Register-of-Compliant-Persons) - [Employers](https://iii.ie/Employers) - [About Us](https://iii.ie/About-Us) - [Our History](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Our-History) - [Leadership Team](https://iii.ie/About-Us/Leadership) - [Blog](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track) ![Blog Banner 2](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Blog%20Banner%202.png "Blog Banner 2") ## [Parental Leave and CPD: Reductions, Maintaining Your Membership and Staying Compliant](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/parental-leave-and-cpd-reductions-maintaining-your-membership-and-staying-compliant) 13/10/22 11:07 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/parental-leave-and-cpd-reductions-maintaining-your-membership-and-staying-compliant#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/iStock-596085384.jpg)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/parental-leave-and-cpd-reductions-maintaining-your-membership-and-staying-compliant) Whether through birth, adoption or otherwise, welcoming a new child into your life is a monumental time for any parent. Taking your entitled leave is so important to help you bond with your child, giving you that special one-on-one time that you’ll never forget. While we understand that your CPD is probably the last thing on your mind at this time, here we break down some of the top things you need to know about your CPD while you are out, giving you that peace of mind your CPD is covered. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/parental-leave-and-cpd-reductions-maintaining-your-membership-and-staying-compliant) ## [Your end-of-year CPD checklist](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) 13/10/22 09:31 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [Industry Insights](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/industry-insights), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/2-Oct-14-2022-12-27-22-86-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) With the end of the year fast approaching, (I know, sorry!) the countdown to submitting your CPD is on. We know this can be a busy and stressful time of year, and that the last thing you need on top of a hectic work schedule and a long Christmas shopping list is a last-minute scramble to hit that submit button. So we are here to help! [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/cpd-checklist) ## [The 5 most common CPD submission blunders (and how to avoid them);](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) 12/10/22 18:30 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [Careers](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/careers), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd), [CPD Submissions](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd-submissions) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/1-Oct-14-2022-01-25-35-21-PM.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) As the 31st of December CPD submission deadline fast approaches, our Member Services team have pulled together their list of the five most common mistakes that members have made over the years when it comes to CPD submissions and more importantly, what you can do to make sure you avoid them! [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/the-5-most-common-cpd-submission-blunders-and-how-to-avoid-them) ## [6 Things to Know Before Clicking Submit](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-things-to-know-before-clicking-submit) 10/12/18 10:00 / by [Anne Roberts](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/anne-roberts) posted in [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/the-insurance-institute), [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-things-to-know-before-clicking-submit#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/Misc.%20Images/Computer.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-things-to-know-before-clicking-submit) Our member services team has once again filled us in on some of the challenges facing you, our members in regards to completing and submitting their CPD before the December 31st deadline. [Read More](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/6-things-to-know-before-clicking-submit) ## [Why you need to BeSMART when it comes to Health & Safety Management](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/besmart-health-safety-management) 05/10/18 11:03 / by [The Insurance Institute](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/author/the-insurance-institute) posted in [CPD](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/topic/cpd) [0 Comments](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/besmart-health-safety-management#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.iii.ie/hubfs/healthandsafety6.png)](https://blog.iii.ie/inside-track/besmart-health-safety-management) Investing in health and safety management is something that every business, enterprise or organisation must commit to. While it is a vital aspect of any working environment, controlling costs of health and safety can be difficult, particularly for smaller organisations. This article from the Health And Safety Authority shows you how their free, online tool, BeSMART can help. 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