The Support Scheme enables those enrolled to achieve the minimum of 20 External CPD credits per annum.These credits can be used to help meet the requirements outlined by the Irish Medical Council regarding the maintenance of Professional Competence. As of May 2011, doctors are legally obliged to maintain their professional competence by enrolling in professional competence schemes and following requirements set by the Medical Council.

Online enrolment for 2020-2021 will open on Monday 13 July 2020 and will close on Wednesday 30 September 2020.