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RIBA CPD Providers Network Quality Code

As a new or renewing member of the RIBA CPD Providers Network (the Network) the Customer is required to sign this Quality Code as part of the contract agreement.

This is a declaration of the Customer's commitment to providing high quality CPD material - the RIBA is also required to abide by this declaration, and will countersign and return a copy of this Quality Code to you.

Statement

As a member of the Network we agree to produce and provide high quality, relevant CPD material which will contribute to the enhancement and development of the knowledge and skills of construction industry professionals. We, the Customer, also agree to register by correspondence with the CPD Co-ordinator at NBS, The Old Post Office, St Nicholas Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RH or email manufacturers@thenbs.com, at least ten working days prior to the scheduled date:

  • all events planned
  • all individuals who are or will be involved in the presentation of an event.

We further accept that:

  • RIBA reserves the right to undertake spot checks and quality assurance checks from time to time and acknowledge that this will result in RIBA preparing a report and informing the Customer of the outcome of these checks.

RIBA agrees to continue to improve the range of quality of CPD opportunities through the RIBA CPD Providers Network and to uphold the highest possible standards of CPD.