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An outline of individual benefits to gaining UKPSF recognition via the Newcastle University UKPSF CPD Scheme.
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UKPSF What’s in it for you?(and what is it?)Sarah Chesney FHEAukpsf@ncl.ac.uk@ukpsfcpd
Your perspective….
What is the UKPSF?
How many of you know what UKPSF stands for?
How many of you are familiar with the HEA?
An overview….
What is it?UK Professional Standards Framework
Nationally recognised set of standards for those teaching in UK HE.Newcastle University’s Scheme is HigherEducation Academy Accredited
Main components areDescriptors e.g. Associate Fellowof HEA, or Fellow of the HEA.
Dimensions of practice that outlineAreas of Activity, Core Knowledge & Professional Values that an HE teacher should embrace
Your perspective if you are staff….
Lecturers should hold an appropriateteaching qualification
1. Yes, it should be compulsory2. Yes, it should be encouraged but not compulsory3. No, being a subject expert is enough
Your perspective if you are a student ….
Lecturers should hold an appropriateteaching qualification
1. Yes, it should be compulsory2. Yes, it should be encouraged but not compulsory3. No, being a subject expert is enough
Newcastle University’s approach….
UKPSF CPD Scheme
University wide HEA accredited scheme that suit a range of staff – open to all who ‘enhance the student experience’
1. Certificate in Advanced Studies in Academic Practice
2. Certificate in Clinical Education3. Newly accredited non-programme route
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
There are benefits • For you
• For Newcastle University
• For the students
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Process: Enhance the student experience by gathering evidence from feedback, CPD activities
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Process :Reflect on your practice through peer observation/engaging with literature
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Process :Mentor – either a PSA (non-programme route) or an FPLO (CASAP)Community – peers who are following same pathways
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Product :Portable qualification – starting to be recognised in desirable criteria
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Product :Permitted to have post-nominal lettersAssociate Fellow - AFHEAFellow - FHEASenior Fellow - SFHEAPrincipal Fellow - PFHEA
What are the benefits….
Benefits of gaining recognition
Product :PromotionUKPSF CPD Scheme is being embedded in the Newcastle University’s promotions documentation
Next steps….
Emailukpsf@ncl.ac.uk
What route is best for you?What time do you have available?Are you already working at Fellow level & just want recognition? Are you interested in one of the mentor roles? If so you need to be applying for Senior Fellow.
Your perspective if you are staff….
Lecturers should hold an appropriateteaching qualification
1. Yes, it should be compulsory2. Yes, it should be encouraged but not compulsory3. No, being a subject expert is enough
Your perspective if you are a student rep….
Lecturers should hold an appropriateteaching qualification
1. Yes, it should be compulsory2. Yes, it should be encouraged but not compulsory3. No, being a subject expert is enough
Next steps….
Emailukpsf@ncl.ac.uk
Are you going to enquire? If so email us.
Follow us on Twitter if you just want to keep track of upcoming events.@ukpsfcpd
UKPSF What’s in it for you?Now you know!
Thank you.
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