Professional Development Webinars
These free monthly drop-in webinars are organised by the ARA’s Head of Professional Standards and Development. No registration required - just click on the relevant link on the day to attend.
WEBINAR 1: Develop your career with the ARA
Date: Wednesday 26th January 2022. Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: Learn how to get more from your ARA membership, your work experience and your chosen career. This webinar will highlight the different career services and support provided by the ARA. We will also share some insights from other webinars planned in 2022.
Learning outcomes: Delegates will better understand how ARA membership supports professional development and national recognition through professional registration.
Joining instructions: This webinar is free to ARA members and non-members. No registration is required, just click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 2: Professional Registration and CPD
Date: Wednesday 23rd February 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: ARA professional registration is available to anyone working in the sector, regardless of academic qualification. It demonstrates to employers, clients, fellow professionals and the public that you have met the highest standards of knowledge and competence. It shows you are committed to maintaining your professional status through CPD and reflective practice.
We offer three levels of registration; Foundation, Registered and Fellow. This webinar explains each level and underlines the importance of maintaining your knowledge and skills through CPD.
Learning outcomes: Delegates will understand how registration can enhance their career prospects.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 3: Foundation Membership of the ARA
Date: Wednesday 23rd March 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Foundation Membership of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 4: Registered Membership of the ARA
Date: Wednesday 27th April 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Registered Membership of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 5: Fellow of the ARA
Date: Wednesday 25th May 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Fellowship of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 6: CPD Review
Date: Wednesday 29th June 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: All Foundation and Registered Members, and Fellows of the ARA, must continue with their professional development to maintain their professional knowledge and skills. CPD Review is the process through which the ARA invites those members to provide evidence of their ongoing CPD.
Learning outcomes: An understanding of the importance of CPD and the CPD Review process.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 7: Top tips when applying for professional registration
Date: Wednesday 27th July 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar highlights the key areas of advice and guidance that candidates must respond to in order to pass the assessment. We also share insights and feedback from ARA’s assessor team.
Learning outcomes: Candidates working towards professional registration will gain a deeper understanding of what makes a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 8: Registered Membership of the ARA
Date: Wednesday 17th August 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Registered Membership of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 9: Foundation Membership of the ARA
Date: Wednesday 21st September 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Foundation Membership of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 10: Fellow of the ARA
Date: tbc Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: This webinar introduces Fellowship of the ARA. It provides an overview of the process to qualify, from enrolment through to submitting your application.
Learning outcomes: Individuals will gain a better understanding of how to develop and submit a successful application.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.
WEBINAR 11: CPD Review
Date: Wednesday 16th November 2022 Time: 1pm to 1.15pm
Description: All Foundation and Registered Members, and Fellows of the ARA, must continue with their professional development to maintain their professional knowledge and skills. CPD Review is the process through which the ARA invites those members to provide evidence of their ongoing CPD.
Learning outcomes: An understanding of the importance of CPD and the CPD Review process.
Joining instructions: No registration required. Click here a few minutes before the published start time and select the option ‘join on the web’.