Practical CPD Courses for Healthcare Professionals: Learn, Develop and Excel with CPD Today

Healthcare is constantly evolving, and so should your clinical skills. Whether you’re an osteopath, physiotherapist, chiropractor, sports therapist or another musculoskeletal healthcare professional, ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is essential for delivering safe, evidence-informed and effective patient care.

At CPD Today, we provide practical, hands-on CPD courses designed to help clinicians develop confidence, refine manual therapy skills and improve patient outcomes. Our courses combine the latest evidence with real-world clinical application, ensuring you leave with techniques you can use immediately in practice.

Why Choose Practical CPD?

Reading research is important, but developing clinical competence requires practical experience.

Our courses focus on:

  • Hands-on learning with expert supervision
  • Clinical reasoning and evidence-informed decision making
  • Safe and effective treatment techniques
  • Patient assessment and diagnosis
  • Integrating new skills into everyday clinical practice
  • Building confidence with complex musculoskeletal presentations

Every course is taught by experienced clinicians who understand the challenges faced in modern healthcare settings.


CPD Designed for Manual Therapists

Our courses are suitable for:

  • Registered Osteopaths
  • Physiotherapists
  • Chiropractors
  • Sports Therapists
  • Sports Rehabilitators
  • Soft Tissue Therapists
  • Other registered healthcare professionals involved in musculoskeletal care

Whether you’re newly qualified or have decades of clinical experience, our training is designed to support every stage of your professional journey.


Evidence-Informed CPD That Improves Patient Care

At CPD Today, our philosophy is simple.

Clinical skills should always be supported by:

  • Current research
  • Sound clinical reasoning
  • Functional anatomy
  • Patient-centred care
  • Safe clinical practice

Rather than teaching isolated techniques, we focus on understanding when, why and how a treatment should be used.

This approach helps clinicians make better decisions and deliver more effective patient care.


Practical Courses Available

Dry Needling Foundation Course

Develop the knowledge and practical skills to safely integrate dry needling into musculoskeletal practice.

Topics include:

  • Trigger point treatment
  • Pain management
  • Safety and contraindications
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Functional anatomy
  • Practical application

Perfect for clinicians looking to add an evidence-informed treatment option to their clinical toolkit.


Advanced Dry Needling & Electroacupuncture

Take your dry needling skills further with advanced techniques for complex anatomical regions.

Learn treatment approaches for:

  • TMJ dysfunction
  • Cervical spine
  • Deep spinal muscles
  • Shoulder
  • Hip
  • Forearm
  • Lower limb
  • Electroacupuncture integration

Strapping & Taping Course

Master multiple taping techniques including:

  • Sports taping
  • Kinesiology taping
  • Biomechanical taping

Learn when each method is appropriate and how taping can support rehabilitation, pain reduction and return to activity.


TMJ Assessment & Treatment

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are increasingly recognised within musculoskeletal practice.

This course covers:

  • TMJ anatomy
  • Assessment
  • Differential diagnosis
  • External treatment
  • Intraoral techniques
  • Cervical and postural influences

Still Technique

Develop gentle, effective osteopathic treatment skills using one of the most versatile indirect techniques available.

Ideal for managing:

  • Acute pain
  • Chronic pain
  • Joint restriction
  • Muscle tension

High Velocity Manipulation (Grade V)

Designed for clinicians with previous manipulation experience.

Learn safe, effective manipulation techniques for:

  • Cervical spine
  • Thoracic spine
  • Lumbar spine
  • Sacroiliac joint
  • Upper limb
  • Lower limb

All techniques are taught with a strong emphasis on safety, clinical reasoning and patient selection.


Small Group Learning Makes the Difference

Unlike large lecture-based courses, CPD Today delivers practical education in small groups.

Benefits include:

  • More practical time
  • Individual feedback
  • Direct access to tutors
  • Greater confidence
  • Enhanced learning experience

Our delegates consistently tell us that the supportive learning environment helps them develop skills faster and feel confident using them in clinic.


Why Healthcare Professionals Choose CPD Today

Clinicians choose CPD Today because we provide:

  • Practical hands-on CPD
  • Evidence-informed teaching
  • Experienced clinical educators
  • Small class sizes
  • High tutor-to-student ratios
  • Immediate clinical application
  • Friendly, supportive learning environment

Our goal is simple:

Help clinicians learn, develop and excel.


Book Your Next CPD Course

If you’re looking for practical CPD courses that genuinely improve your clinical confidence and patient care, CPD Today offers evidence-informed education for modern healthcare professionals.

Whether you want to develop new treatment techniques or refine existing skills, our courses are designed to help you become a more confident and effective clinician.

Invest in your professional development and discover why clinicians from across the UK choose CPD Today for their manual therapy education.


Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend CPD Today courses?

Our courses are suitable for registered osteopaths, physiotherapists, chiropractors, sports therapists, sports rehabilitators and other healthcare professionals working in musculoskeletal practice. Some courses may also be open to final-year students—please check the individual course details.


Are the courses practical?

Yes. Practical learning is at the heart of every CPD Today course. Delegates spend significant time practising techniques under expert supervision.


Are your courses evidence-based?

Absolutely. Every course combines current research, clinical reasoning and practical application to help clinicians deliver safe, effective patient care.


Will I be confident using the techniques afterwards?

Our aim is to provide the knowledge, practical skills and clinical reasoning needed to safely integrate new techniques into your everyday practice. Confidence grows through supervised practice and continued clinical application.


Do I receive a CPD certificate?

Yes. Delegates receive a certificate of attendance upon successful completion of the course, which can be used as part of your Continuing Professional Development portfolio.


Which course should I choose first?

If you’re new to dry needling, begin with our Dry Needling Foundation Course. If you’re interested in manual therapy, our Still Technique, TMJ, Strapping & Taping, or Grade V Manipulation courses are excellent options depending on your clinical interests and previous experience.


Why choose CPD Today over other CPD providers?

CPD Today combines experienced tutors, small group teaching, hands-on practical training and evidence-informed education. Our focus is not just on teaching techniques but on developing clinical reasoning, confidence and skills that improve patient outcomes.