Attendances at Tenet’s 2014 training & development events have risen by over 30% following the introduction of new ‘master classes’ onto its CPD schedule.

The new-style sessions were launched with a series of investment master classes in May and June, followed by a November series focusing on retirement.

“Twice as many members now take advantage of our annual programme since we began including CPD and more exam-related practical sessions two years ago,” said Tenet distribution & development director, Helen Turner.

In response to adviser demand, the master classes will be doubled to four in 2015, with investment and retirement joined by sessions focusing on mortgage & protection and the corporate market. Each CPD-accredited event will take place at seven different locations across the UK.

They will be accompanied by 72 PDMs (professional development meetings), covering a range of topics from non-investment to pensions and protection, supported by online CPD videos and live webinars.

“It is an extremely comprehensive schedule, but one that is diverse enough to allow a concentrated focus on one specific subject at each venue,” said Turner, “which enables us to present to a higher technical level.”

Dinesh Prema, a Hinckley-based chartered financial planner, added: “No matter how well you are qualified, the new master classes provide a high level of knowledge reinforcement. They were the best workshops I have attended in the last 10 years.”