Sources and limitations
- This page relies on the published requirements of the Judicial College and HMCTS, summarised below with links. Where they differ from this summary, theirs apply.
- There is no national hours total, so there is no tracker on this page.
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Guide for High Court Judge
This guide summarises the CPD and revalidation framework that typically applies to High Court Judge at Courts & Judiciary. Rules change; use official sources on the calculator for definitive requirements.
What applies to High Court Judge?
As High Court Judge at Courts & Judiciary, continuing professional development is usually governed by Judicial Office / HMCTS / employer. The summary below is taken from published guidance for Courts and judiciary CPD. Always confirm current rules on the regulator's website and with your employer.
Key requirements for High Court Judge
Judges follow judicial training and guidance from the Judicial College; court staff follow HMCTS and employer learning policies. Roles may require specific qualifications (e.g. legal advisers); CPD is tied to role and employer requirements.
What to use on this page
The calculator shows the framework that typically applies to High Court Judge, bullet points from official sources, and links to read the full rules. Where numeric targets exist, you can track hours locally in your browser. Employer mandatory training, appraisal, professional body membership and any second registration sit alongside these requirements.
Example scenario
Courts and judiciary CPD for High Court Judge: set by your employer, with no national hours target.
| Role (example) | High Court Judge |
|---|---|
| Framework (example) | Courts and judiciary CPD |
| On this page | Role-specific guidance, official links |
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About this role
What is a High Court Judge?
A High Court Judge hears serious cases in the High Court. Pay is one salary for their judicial salary group (group 4).
Typical demands, progression and balance
High Court judging offers high impact. Pay and satisfaction depend on division and role. Progression to Court of Appeal or Supreme Court is possible.
What CPD or revalidation applies to me?
Use the guidance and official links above to see what your regulator or employer expects for continuing professional development. Keep records and reflection as they require; confirm any hour targets on the regulator’s current website.
Disclaimer
This page summarises publicly described CPD and revalidation requirements for awareness only. It is not legal, regulatory or fitness-to-practise advice. Rules change; always confirm with your regulator, professional body and employer.