Reflection is now a necessary part of most CPD programmes. Love it or hate it, it is here to stay.
There are several templates you can use:
the U.K. NMC CPD log
NMC revalidation CPD log (a download of a word document)
or the HCPC reflection template
Why is it important for me to reflect on my learning?
Reflective learning enables you
- to accept responsibility for your own personal growth
- to see a clear link between the effort you put into your development activity and the benefits you get out of it
- to help see more value in each learning experience, by knowing why you’re doing it and what’s in it for you
- learn how to ‘learn’ and add new skills over time