Upcoming training

New to the ILR? Getting it right first time

Wednesday 30 September 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
This training is aimed at staff who have little or no experience of creating or returning Individual Learner Records (ILR) and require an introduction to the basics.

Working together to identify progress (How does your learner know when they get there and how do you?)

Tuesday 6 October 2026, 3:45pm–5:00pm
How do you and your learners recognise their progress and success using the RARPA model? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.

The ILR in practice

Wednesday 7 October 2026, 10:00am–12:00pm
As a follow up to our “New to the ILR” workshop, here we look at the practical application of returning Individual Learner Records (ILR) and, importantly, the analysis of data checking, error reports and their resolution.

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

Wednesday 7 October 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.

Relationships First: Building Belonging through Trauma-Informed and Attachment-Aware Practice

Tuesday 13 October 2026, 3:45pm–5:00pm
Do you wish to apply practical trauma-informed and attachment-aware strategies to create safe, supportive learning environments that promote wellbeing, inclusion, and positive student outcomes? Book now on our Centres for Excellence in SEND fully funded session.

Inclusive teaching in specialist FE

Wednesday 14 October 2026, 3:00pm–5:00pm
Are you new to teaching in specialist FE? Would you like a refresher course on effective teaching of learners in specialist FE?

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.

Built-in access

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.

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.

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

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.