Access Arrangements Update for the 2025-26 JCQ Regulations: Castiglione Consulting Ltd - 19 Sep 2025
Overview
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Date(s)19 Sep 2025 - 19 Sep 2025
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Cost£90.00
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ProviderCastiglione Consulting Ltd
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Delivery typeFace-to-Face
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Course levelIntermediate
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Course summary
This online training, presented by Lia Castiglione, will provide a comprehensive exploration of the JCQ Examination Access Arrangements regulations for the 2025-26 academic year. The course will cover key updates, eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and in-practice scenarios. Delegates will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live.
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CPD credit hours4 hours and 30 minutes
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Course themesReviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
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AudienceAssessors, Support
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Website
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SASC CodeSASC-20250522-1512
Description
**Please note, this is an in-house course and is not open to general bookings. The course is a live online event**
In this comprehensive webinar Lia will provide an in-depth exploration of the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) Access Arrangements regulations for the 2025-26 academic year.
During the morning session, the changes to the JCQ regulations for the new academic year will be covered in detail, providing examples of in-practice scenarios and guidance on the necessary evidence and procedures to comply with the regulations.
The afternoon session incorporates a dedicated Q&A section, providing the opportunity to have all your questions answered. Following this, there will be discussion and workshop activities on assessment areas for extra time, how centre-delegated arrangements can provide support, and case studies around teacher feedback and Form 8 assessment evidence.
Who should attend?
This course is designed for education professionals who already have a working knowledge of JCQ access arrangements and are responsible for implementing or supporting these within their setting. Roles will include:
· SENCos and Access Arrangements Coordinators leading the access arrangements process within a centre.
· Assessors holding a qualification to conduct assessments for access arrangements (see JCQ AARA 7.3.3 and 7.3.4).
· Exams Officers may also attend along with their centre's SENCo or Access Arrangements Coordinator.
Prior Knowledge Required
This course is suitable for participants with:
· Prior experience with access arrangements.
· Familiarity with JCQ processes, including evidence gathering, AAO, and inspection requirements.
It is not an introductory session - it is ideal for those seeking a refresher or annual update.
Learning outcomes
Aims
Delegates will gain:
- Detailed knowledge of the changes to the JCQ regulations for the new academic year.
- Clear understanding of test use when assessing for extra time.
- Insight into case study scenarios across different aspects of access arrangements.
- Increased understanding and confidence in their role within access arrangements.
Objectives
By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Identify and explain the changes to JCQ access arrangements regulations for 2025–26.
- Apply updated JCQ requirements to their centre procedures and documentation.
- Select and interpret appropriate assessment tools when gathering evidence for extra time.
- Analyse case studies to evaluate appropriate access arrangements and evidence requirements.
- Describe the role of centre-based information, including teacher feedback, in the access arrangements process.
- Implement and support centre-delegated arrangements effectively as part of a candidate’s normal way of working.
Course prerequisites
This course is an in-house only event.
Since this is an annual update course, not an introductory session, delegates will have a working knowledge of JCQ access arrangements.