Continuing Professional Development with RAIL
The Responsible Use of AI Licence (RAIL) certification provides 6 verifiable hours of CPD while equipping you with essential AI skills for the modern workplace. Our foundation-level course has been designed to meet the CPD criteria of major Australian professional bodies.
Verifiable
Learning
Upon completion, receive a blockchain-verified digital credential confirming your 6 hours of structured learning that can be claimed as CPD with your professional body.
Practical
Skills
Learn practical AI application relevant to your profession, from process automation to ethical considerations—all aligned with CPD objectives of developing career-relevant capabilities.
Flexible
Learning
Complete the certification at your own pace through engaging online modules, making it easy to fit professional development into your busy schedule.
CPD requirements by profession
RAIL certification can contribute to meeting CPD requirements across various Australian professions. While we recommend verifying with your specific professional body, our research indicates RAIL’s structured learning aligns with CPD criteria in the following fields:
| Profession | Accrediting Body | Annual CPD Requirement | How RAIL Can Contribute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal | Law Societies (State/Territory) | 10 CPD units annually | Contributes to professional skills and substantive law categories |
| Accounting | CPA Australia, CA ANZ | 120 hours over three years | Contributes to technical or professional skills development |
| Engineering | Engineers Australia | 150 hours over three years | Aligns with formal learning in technology and risk management |
| Education | State Teacher Accreditation Authorities | Varies by state (e.g. 100 hours/5 years in NSW) | Contributes to professional knowledge requirements |
| Healthcare | AHPRA & National Boards | Varies by profession | Supports technology and ethics components of CPD |
| Finance | ASIC, FPA | 40 hours annually | Contributes to technical competence requirements |
| Real Estate | State regulators | Varies by state | Fulfils elective CPD hours for technology adoption |
| Architecture | State Architects Registration Boards | 20 hours annually | Counts toward formal CPD activities |
Why RAIL Qualifies for CPD
RAIL certification has been designed with CPD requirements in mind, ensuring it meets the criteria established by major professional bodies:
Structured
Learning
RAIL provides 6 hours of structured learning with clearly defined learning outcomes and assessments to verify knowledge acquisition—a key requirement for most CPD frameworks.
Relevant Professional
Development
The course content focuses on practical AI application and ethical considerations directly relevant to professional practice across multiple disciplines.
Verified
Completion
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a blockchain-verified digital credential that serves as evidence of your learning for CPD reporting purposes.
Alignment with
Competency Standards
RAIL’s curriculum aligns with emerging competency standards that increasingly include digital literacy, ethical technology use, and innovation—areas recognised by most professional bodies.
What professionals say about RAIL for CPD
Frequently asked questions
How many CPD hours does RAIL certification provide?
RAIL certification provides 6 verifiable hours of CPD upon successful completion of the core modules and chosen electives.
Is RAIL certification officially endorsed by professional bodies?
While RAIL isn’t specifically endorsed by individual professional bodies, our research indicates that the certification meets the criteria for CPD activities as defined by major Australian accrediting organisations. We recommend checking with your specific professional body about how to claim the hours.
How do I claim RAIL certification for my CPD requirements?
Upon completing RAIL certification, you’ll receive a digital credential and completion certificate. These documents provide evidence of your learning hours and outcomes, which you can submit to your professional body according to their CPD reporting guidelines.
Can RAIL certification count toward mandatory ethics CPD requirements?
For many professions, yes. RAIL includes substantial content on ethical AI use and data privacy, which often aligns with ethics components of CPD. However, specific requirements vary by profession, so we recommend confirming with your professional body.
How current is the RAIL certification content?
RAIL content is regularly updated to reflect the rapidly evolving AI landscape, ensuring the knowledge you gain is current and applicable to today’s professional environment.
For Professional Bodies and Industry Associations
Join the growing number of professional organisations partnering with RAIL to deliver high-value, in-demand AI literacy training to your members.
Partnership benefits
- Offer members a relevant, high-demand course on a critical business topic
- Provide a timely solution to emerging AI competency requirements
- Enhance your CPD programme with a quality, verified learning experience
- Access preferential pricing and custom branding options
- Benefit from ready-made marketing materials to promote to your members
Partner success stories
“Partnering with RAIL allowed us to quickly respond to our members’ needs for AI skills training. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with members appreciating both the CPD hours and practical workplace skills.“
— Australian Association of Financial Advisers
“RAIL certification has become one of our most requested CPD offerings. The course content is relevant across our diverse membership base, and the flexible delivery model works perfectly for our busy professionals.“
— Institute of Public Accountants
Let’s Discuss How RAIL Can Enhance Your CPD Offerings
Contact our partnerships team to explore how we can tailor RAIL certification for your organisation’s specific needs.
Future-Proof Your Career While Meeting CPD Requirements
Join thousands of professionals across Australia who are enhancing their careers with RAIL certification.
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