This review article aims to address the paucity of information regarding professional portfolio development for therapeutic radiographers. It will review briefly the current literature regarding continuous professional development (CPD) for therapeutic radiographers and add to the on going debate regarding the monitoring and enforcement of a mandatory CPD scheme. It will recapitulate the applications of professional development portfolios and equip therapeutic radiographers with the basic knowledge and skills to undertake the process of portfolio development, ultimately leading to a product that provides evidence of CPD.