Validation (assessment-only) Pathway
The focus of this pathway is on the ‘validation’ of evidence of candidates’ existing attributes, knowledge, understanding and skills, rather than on gaining new knowledge, skills and experience. Those candidates who proceed directly from the initial diagnostic assessment to the validation pathway, by virtue of the appropriateness of their qualifications and their experience, will already be close to meeting the EYP Standards. However, all candidates irrespective of the nature and length of their pathway to EYPS will undertake this validation process.
You will complete an initial three day needs assessment process. The first two days include a briefing on the EYPS Standards, an introduction to the assessment process and preparation for day three. Day three covers the ‘Gateway Review’ a centre-based assessment grounded in tried and tested techniques. Following the Gateway Review, candidates will receive formative feedback on their skills and aptitudes to support their chosen pathway.
The last, and main, part of the validation pathway is the assessment process. Assessment will include:
- Candidates undertaking, documenting and evaluating a number of tasks as a natural part of their work. They will be provided with a clear template of the requirements for these tasks. These requirements emphasise quality rather than quantity in order to keep the assessment process as manageable as possible;
- Candidates providing a concise and short portfolio of supporting evidence against the Standards; and
- A one-day assessment visit to their workplace. Prior to this visit, the assessor will have assessed the tasks outlined above and drawn up a schedule of what will be assessed/verified during the visit. The visit itself will follow a prescribed format that includes a tour of the setting, interviews with the candidate, scrutiny of documentation and interviews with other individuals who can provide further evidence of the capability of the candidate.
Candidates who meet the Standards through this assessment process will be recommended for the award of EYPS. Following the national moderation process those who are judged as having met the Standards will be awarded EYPS.
This status is likely to be awarded by the CWDC on behalf of the Secretary of State
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You can apply now by downloading an application form from the Resources section.
