About CDN
At College Development Network (CDN), we help colleges grow, connect, and thrive – every college, every staff member, every step of the way.
We provide high-quality professional learning, sector-wide networks, and research-driven resources that empower staff to share best practice, innovate, and deliver the very best for their learners.
Practical, Flexible, Designed for You
Our programmes are shaped by and for Scotland’s college sector. Connect with peers, share ideas, and discover approaches you can put into practice immediately. Whether navigating change, enhancing teaching, or strengthening leadership, CDN helps you achieve real results.
Discover CDN in 60 Seconds
Got a minute? Watch our quick video to see how #YourCDN supports you, your role, and Scotland’s colleges.
Why #YourCDN?
This is #YourCDN – your space to sharpen your skills, spark insights, and stay ahead.
Whether you’re new to the sector or a seasoned professional, #YourCDN is your gateway to growth, connection, and success.
We help staff and colleges innovate, collaborate, and excel – every day, in every classroom, across every campus.
This is #YourCDN
Driving Impact
We focus on three main areas:
Supporting staff to develop their skills and share practice
Supporting staff and students with practical improvement tools
Enhancing Leadership and Governance
Developing confident, capable leaders across colleges
Enabling the Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework
Co-managing STEP and delivering the Tertiary Self-Evaluation Toolkit to drive sector-wide quality
Get Involved
Step into the world of #YourCDN.
See what’s possible. Plan your pathway. Stay ahead.
