Welcome to the new-look Crescent Learning which provides CPC members with fully-funded training courses, resources, templates and guidance. It is a place where you can share knowledge and ideas with other procurement functions across the education sector.
All of this is provided at no charge for UK educational institutions, because CPC is a registered charity and our charitable objective is to advance education and research in procurement within the education sector. If you have responsibility for procurement in the education sector and you’re not a member yet, find out how to join CPC for free.
Guidance and resources
All of the latest resources featuring procurement essentials and the procurement quadrant of plan, define, procure and manage.
Procurement Training
Try one of our CPD accredited procurement courses, choose from a range of flexible training designed for CPC members.
Free Advisory Service
Get 1-to-1 procurement advice from a dedicated Regional Procurement Advisor (RPA).
Procurement Advisory Group
Join PAG to access free procurement workshops and meet to discuss new ideas.
CPC Communicator
Use this tool to contact procurement professionals across our membership to share ideas and seek guidance on all aspects of procurement.
CPC Helpdesk Support
Contact our friendly team with your procurement questions.
Benefits of Crescent Learning:
Gain a greater understanding of procurement within the education sector
Save time and money
Improve performance
Develop competency
Access a community of likeminded sector professionals with networking opportunities
Whether you are new to our procurement community or a seasoned practitioner, you will find something to help you in your procurement role.
"The Crescent Learning portal is a fantastic resource that I would encourage professionals to use on a regular basis. It has recently been invaluable to me when drafting updated Procurement, Sustainability and Social Value policies for the College."
Looking for FELP?
Our new-look Crescent Learning has replaced FELP (Furthering Education & Learning in Procurement). The resources previously available on FELP are available here and have been updated to reflect the changes in procurement legislation.