NPQ for SENCOs
Chiltern Teaching School Hub is proud to work with Best Practice Network for the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs.
What is the NPQ for SENCOs?
Marking a significant step in supporting exceptional outcomes for students with special educational needs (SEN), the new leadership-level National Professional Qualification (NPQ) for SENCOs will be launched in autumn 2024. Replacing the NASENCO qualification, this programme promises to equip SENCOs with the cutting-edge expertise and leadership skills needed to navigate the evolving SEND landscape and champion inclusive practices within their schools.
Designed in collaboration with leading experts and informed by the latest evidence, the NPQ curriculum will delve into key areas such as:
- Strategic Leadership: Fostering a collaborative school culture that prioritises inclusive education and empowers all stakeholders
- Expert SEND Knowledge: Mastering the intricacies of the SEND framework, legislation, and best practices to ensure seamless support for students with diverse needs
- Effective Collaboration: Building strong partnerships with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create a network of support for students
Who is it for?
- Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinators (SENCOs)
- Teachers interested in developing expertise in special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) or undertaking a SENCO role in the future
- School leaders
How is NPQSENCO delivered?
NPQSENCO makes use of a blended delivery model consisting of face-to-face events, online study, webinars and coaching.
NPQSENCO participants will attend 4 face-to-face events via the blended delivery model. Our nationwide delivery partnership network allows us to bring face-to-face training to a school near you, facilitated by local school leaders.
Participants access online learning and support via our virtual learning environment (VLE) Canvas. Through Canvas, participants are able to engage with learning communities of peers and access multimedia content. They can also access research and expert school-led practice aligned to the curriculum content for the qualification and receive high-quality feedback from experienced online mentors and in-school coaches.
Find out more: NPQSENCO