Upcoming training

Understanding inclusion across the FE system

Monday 19 October 2026, 3:45pm–5:00pm
Want to understand how partnership working may be strengthened between mainstream and specialist FE to drive greater inclusion across the education system? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.

Creating and implementing an effective RARPA process

Tuesday 20 October 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm & Tuesday 10 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
Interactive online training for curriculum managers and practitioners looking for a systematic way to plan provision for learners with SEND, monitor their progress and record their achievements.

10 practical steps to include more learners

Tuesday 20 October 2026, 1:30pm–4:00pm
Join one of our Assistive Technologists to discuss ten quick fire topics covering a wide range of assistive hardware, software and techniques.

Unlocking accessibility: features in the technology you already have

Wednesday 21 October 2026, 1:00pm–3:30pm
Computers, tablets and phones have a wealth of accessibility options already built into the operating systems. All teaching and learning support staff should have an awareness of these features so they can remove barriers for learners.

Quality assuring specialist FE provision

Thursday 22 October 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm & Thursday 12 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
Learn how to build a rounded, accurate picture of the quality of provision with different quality assurance activities. This two-part training gives you a chance to put theory into practice and reflect on what works for your provision.

Project-based learning: what it is and how it works for learners with SEND

Tuesday 3 November 2026, 3:45pm–5:00pm
How can project‑based learning create richer, more meaningful opportunities for learners with SEND? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.

Understanding and analysing Qualification Achievement Rates (QAR)

Wednesday 4 November 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
A new training on identifying how QARs affect your organisation and how to access your own data tables.

Supporting learners’ Assistive Technology at all stages of their college journey

Wednesday 4 November 2026, 1:00pm–3:30pm
This training focusses on key stages in a learner’s journey and highlights the appropriate support required for effective outcomes.

Understanding behaviour as communication

Wednesday 11 November 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
An introductory training in understanding the fundamentals of behaviour as communication for learners with SEND.

Technology for learners with PMLD

Wednesday 11 November 2026, 1:00pm–3:30pm
Learn about the types of technology which can support learners with PMLD and how to effectively support their use with learners.

The high needs funding system

Tuesday 17 November 2026, 9:30am–12:30pm
Join us for this online training, aimed at anyone who needs to know and understand how high needs funding works for FE providers.

Introduction to job coaching and workplace support

Tuesday 17 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
An interactive workshop for staff supporting students with SEND in the workplace, including learning support assistants, tutors, teachers, and other support roles.

Age appropriateness in post-16 SEND provision

Tuesday 24 November 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
A new training exploring the concept of ‘age appropriacy’ in the context of providing educational opportunities to learners with a complex need or PMLD label.

Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement in the RARPA process

Wednesday 25 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm & Wednesday 9 December 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
This training is for staff who already have an understanding of RARPA and want to further their knowledge of how to ensure the process is quality assured.

Access the world through a smartphone

Wednesday 25 November 2026, 1:00pm–3:30pm
This training will give staff the knowledge to help learners discover accessibility features and apps on phones which, in turn, should reduce people’s requirement for human assistance to support basic skills.

Improve your evaluative writing

Thursday 26 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
Hands-on training supporting senior staff to improve the quality of their reports

Leadership and governance in specialist colleges

Monday 30 November 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
Explore how effective leadership and governance can shape quality improvement in specialist colleges.

Securing employer engagement for work based learning programmes

Tuesday 1 December 2026, 10:00am–12:30pm
A workshop for job coaches, work experience coordinators, managers and other staff involved in developing relationships with employers to secure work placements for learners with SEND.

Embedding learning: supporting learners with SEND to learn and remember more

Thursday 3 December 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
Understand how working memory impacts upon learning and explore practical strategies to enable learners to succeed.

Include me – Learner Voice and advocacy

Tuesday 8 December 2026, 2:00pm–4:00pm
Understanding learner voice and advocacy. Strengthen learner voice and advocacy by exploring what authentic participation looks like, how learners can be supported to express their views, and how colleges can work collaboratively to ensure learners are genuinely heard throughout their journey as they prepare for adulthood.

Natspec Peer Exchange Week 2027

Monday 18 January 2027, 12:00am–11:59pm
A great opportunity for Natspec members and affiliates to share effective practice, learn from one another, and tackle challenges together.