Short Extended Professional Development Pathway
The extended professional development (EPD) pathways for candidates who need to enhance their qualifications and experience.
There are two pathways for those who have qualifications and experience that are broadly relevant to EYPS, who are currently working in the sector, and require further training and/or experience to meet the Standards:
- The short EPD pathway; and
- The long EPD pathway.
Following the initial diagnostic assessment candidates will have been advised to follow the short or long EPD process before going forward for the validation process. Whatever pathway is more appropriate, the programme will be differentiated to enable individual candidates to ‘top-up’ their knowledge, understanding and experience in order that they meet the EYP Standards.
The Short EPD Pathway
This pathway is especially suitable to candidates with QTS in the primary age-range and experience of working with the 3-5 age range and a sound understanding of Child Development for the 0-3 range.
It is also appropriate for those with Degrees in Early Childhood Studies working in the 0-5 sector but with a need to extend their experience and expertise across the 0-5 age range.
Other candidates with appropriate qualifications and experience may also be eligible for this pathway but a relevant degree or appropriate Qualified Teacher Status is likely pre-requisites for this pathway.
During the 3 months training, a planned and personalised programme of provision, linked to your identified needs, would be available including aspects such as:
- Child Development and Professional Practice with the 0-3 range.
- Child Development and Professional Practice with the 3-5 range.
- Block placements or day attachments to appropriate settings.
- Professional Mentor support etc.
Apply now!
You can apply now by downloading an application form from the Resources section.
