--- title: "Choose Professional Excellence: Unlocking the benefits of CPQ for employers & employees" description: Explore the advantages of the CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ) over traditional legal routes like the SQE. Dive into CPQ's early specialisation, work-study balance, and its impact on organizational success. Learn how to advocate for CPQ with employers for enhanced career development and retention. Join our CPQ Webinar for comprehensive insights and resources. image: https://blog.cilex.org.uk/hubfs/iStock-639428672.jpg --- Close [![CILEX ](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/CILEX_Dec2021/images/cilex-cpq-logo.png?width=2953&height=341&name=cilex-cpq-logo.png "CILEX ")](https://www.cilex.org.uk/) ![Search Icon](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/hubfs/raw_assets/public/CILEX_Dec2021/images/active4.svg) Search ![Toggle Icon](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/hubfs/raw_assets/public/CILEX_Dec2021/images/menu55.svg) X - [About CILEX](https://www.cilex.org.uk/about_cilex) - [Employers](https://www.cilex.org.uk/businesses/) - [Education Partners](https://www.cilex.org.uk/education-partners/) - [Study](https://www.cilex.org.uk/study/law-career/) ![](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/hubfs/iStock-639428672.jpg) # Choose Professional Excellence: Unlocking the benefits of CPQ for employers & employees Published by [Emily Howells](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/author/emily-howells) on 10 Jan 2024, 14:16:40 In a constantly evolving legal landscape, the choice between the CILEX Professional Qualification (CPQ) and traditional routes, including the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), is a critical decision for both legal professionals and their employers – for employees, it often leads to an intriguing question: *"How can I convince my employer to choose CPQ over SQE for my professional development?"* The CPQ boasts a unique approach and strong emphasis on early specialisation, which allows students to immerse themselves into their chosen specialist area of law from day one. Balancing work and study, students can put their specialism into practice from the get-go, aligning their skills with the business needs. The outcome? An efficient workforce actively contributing to the organisation’s success and growth. CPQ offers an increased chance of success for aspiring legal professionals, with a tailored approach to education and assessment. As an investment in employee development, employers will yield positive results, whilst enhancing job satisfaction and retention rates. Employees are more inclined to remain loyal to an organisation when they see their career development actively supported. Contrary to traditional routes, CPQ does not require employees to take extended periods off work for exam preparation; CPQ has a flexible nature, allowing professionals to continue work alongside their education, ensuring a seamless learning environment and experience. Employers can confidently invest in CPQ-trained professionals. CPQ maintains firm training and education standards, guaranteeing qualified professionals are well-prepared and proficient in their chosen specialist area of law. By choosing the CPQ route, trained professionals are equipped with the knowledge and skills required for success. The benefits of choosing CPQ over traditional routes like SQE, are transformative for both employees and their employers. Higher success rates, early specialisation, time efficiency, high-quality training standards, and improved retention rates are just a few of the compelling reasons to opt for CPQ. It's not just an investment in education; it's an investment in the future of an organisation. Join our monthly [CPQ Webinar](https://cpq.cilex.org.uk/webinar-signup/) which equips you with everything you need to know about the qualification, entry points & requirements, and a chance to answer any of your questions.  Find out more about the CPQ, and [download a prospectus.](https://cpq.cilex.org.uk/) [Back to Blog](https://blog.cilex.org.uk) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## Related Articles ## [Why Employers Are Choosing CILEX Qualifications](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/why-employers-are-choosing-cilex-qualifications) CILEX Qualifications can help you and your organisation develop a stronger, more capable and... [Read More](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/why-employers-are-choosing-cilex-qualifications) ## [Balancing Study and Practice: Benjamin O’Neill’s Path into Employment Law with CILEX](https://blog.cilex.org.uk/benjamin-oneills-path-into-employment-law) For Benjamin O’Neill, the decision to pursue a legal career didn’t mean following a traditional... 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