The RBPD Specialist Membership Connections newsletter was inspired by your thoughtful questions and conversations throughout the years. Many of you have shared what’s been helpful, what’s been confusing, and where a little extra clarity could save time (and maybe a few headaches!).

Our goal at Achieve is to make this a useful, easy-to-read resource that helps you feel confident while managing your RBPD Specialist Membership, endorsements, and renewals in Develop. Please watch for this newsletter each quarter for timely tips, tools, and reminders.

July 2026

Our July 2026 RBPD Specialist Membership Connections newsletter was delivered to the RBPD community on Wednesday, July 29th!

This edition of the newsletter features reminders and information about:

  • Reviewing your endorsement requirement document
  • Which requirements apply to you
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Resources you may find helpful
  • Looking ahead for a smooth renewal process

See the whole newsletter at the link below!

April 2026

Our latest RBPD Specialist Membership Connections newsletter was delivered to the RBPD community on Tuesday, April 21st!

This edition of the newsletter features:

  • Reminders about professional development hour requirements
  • Information about the difference between your memberships and endorsements
  • Reminders about mandated reporter requirements
  • Resource spotlight
  • Reminders for a smooth renewal process

See the whole newsletter at the link below!

January 2026

Our latest RBPD Specialist Membership Connections newsletter was delivered to the RBPD community on Monday, January 26th!

This edition of the newsletter features:

  • A thank you for your dedication
  • Statistics about support requests
  • Resource spotlight
  • Reminders for a smooth renewal process

See the whole newsletter at the link below!

October 2025

Our new RBPD Specialist Membership Connections newsletter was delivered to the RBPD community on Wednesday, October 21st! This new communication was inspired by your thoughtful questions and conversations throughout the years.

The first edition of this newsletter features:

  • Tips and reminders for a smooth renewal application process
  • A spotlight on the RBPD PD Hours Renewal Form
  • Reminders specific to those who applied for RBPD Endorsement after July 1, 2024
  • Helpful links

See the whole newsletter at the link below!

You can also see the slides from Nicky’s “Staying Current: Renewal Made Simple” presentation from the 2025 RBPD Retreat!