1. Introduction to the Review of the SI MQs NatSIP Associate/Scrutiner
Brian Lamb
NatSIP Associate/Scrutiner

2. Review of the MQ-Process and Timetable
NatSIP has been contracted by the DfE/nasen to review the MQs for SI
It will consider whether and how the MQ equips the following professionals to fulfil their role:
those who teach classes of hearing impaired, multi-sensory impaired and vision impaired pupils;
mobile (visiting or peripatetic) teachers who support mainstream teachers or lecturers teaching sensory impaired children and young people;
those who assess children and young people for educational purposes (including for education, health and care plans).

3. Scope of the Review
the impact, suitability and appropriateness of mandatory qualifications for SI in the context of the SEND framework
whether/how learning outcomes in the MQs need updating
how the mandatory qualifications fit with wider training/ qualifications pathways – e.g. how this fits with career development, Initial Teacher Training, NASENCO qualification etc.)

4. Outcomes for the first stage of the review
To provide an internal report to DfE, with findings, options and recommendations on whether the mandatory qualifications in sensory impairment:
meet the changing needs of the educational system
keep abreast of technical development in this area; and
enables teachers to ensure children can reach their full potential, achieve good outcomes, be are independent, and are prepared for employment

5. Process General consultation with the SI sector-starts today!
Establishment of expert reviewers from the three different strands of the qualification to examine the current content of the qualification
Survey to the SI sector and interested stakeholders
Further consultation meetings to test out thinking proposals
Written report to DfE by March 2019 making proposals for next steps of the process and recommendations on the MQs

6. Timetable
October 2018 NatSIP start their consultation with the SI sector
October 2018 to January 2019 NatSIP to liaise with UCL regarding emerging finding from their gap analysis
March 2019 NatSIP to produce an internal report for DfE setting out findings from their consultation, options and recommendations on if, and how, the three mandatory qualifications need to be revised.
Deliverables to be confirmed once report reviewed by DfE policy officials.

7. Today’s task General scoping exercise to test views - get feedback
Questions we want you to answer;
Is a mandatory qualification for teaching of children with sensory impairment (HI, MSI and VI) still necessary?
Thinking of your own professional experience what are the key skills which should be achieved by the mandatory qualifications in Sensory Impairment?
What are the key strengths of the current mandatory qualifications?
What are the gaps in the current mandatory qualifications?
What other key points should a review of the SI mandatory qualifications consider, that you have not already mentioned above?
Also any further feedback on the Gap Analysis?

8. MQ further work
If you are interested in being involved in further work, contributing to a reference group or commenting on proposals please put your name on the form at the end.