Continuing Professional Development

Welcome to the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) section of the website where you will find resources to help your own learning and development.

At Hepp, our mission is to support teachers and advisers to provide accurate, up-to-date and engaging information about higher education to learners, starting as early as possible. Our CPD offer for teachers and advisers is designed to help you do that with a range of online resources. We also want to reach other audiences that support young people in their futures, including foster carers and young people in care.

You can also login to the schools section to see a range of resources for use with learners from KS2 through to KS4.

We’re in the process of building up the content on this section of the site, so if you have suggestions for materials you would like to see on the site, please use the ‘Contact Us’ form. You can access it here.

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Supporting young people and adults into higher education

Myth Busting

Myth Busting

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Applying to Higher Education through UCAS

Applying to Higher Education through UCAS

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Asylum Seekers and Refugees in Higher Education

Asylum Seekers and Refugees in Higher Education

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Access & Routes into Higher Education

Access & Routes into Higher Education

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Student Finance for Refugee Students

Student Finance for Refugee Students

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Support at Higher Education

Support at Higher Education

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Benefits of Higher Education

Benefits of Higher Education

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Mature Students

Mature Students

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Disabled Students Allowance

Disabled Students Allowance

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Care Leavers

Care Leavers

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Young Carers

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Booklet

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
Students’ Guide to University 2024The key higher education facts for students thinking about university from UniTasterDays.comView
Teachers Guide to University 2021A booklet produced for Hepp by UniTasterDays.com. Produced in collaboration with HELOA, this guide anticipates a discussion between you (teacher/careers adviser) and your student, arming you with answers to their questions about higher education.OtherDownload

Presentation

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
CPD Conference – Go Further Go HigherAn overview of Hepp's Go Further Go Higher programme for 2023/24 from the CPD conference on 28th September 2023.Download
CPD Conference – Hepp’s teacher and advisor CPD development for 2023/24A presentation on Hepp's CPD plans for 2023/24 from the CPD conference on 28th September 2023Download
CPD Conference – The current higher education admissions landscapeA joint presentation from the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University on the current higher education admissions landscape from the CPD conference on 28th September.Download
CPD Conference – Access at the University of Sheffield PresentationA presentation on access at the University of Sheffield from the Hepp CPD Conference on 28th September 2023.Download
CPD Conference – Access at Sheffield Hallam University PresentationA presentation on access at Sheffield Hallam University from the Hepp CPD Conference on 28th September 2023.Download
T Levels – An introductionAn introduction to the new T Level qualifications. Suitable for all staff.AllDownload
Supporting Young Carers to Access and Succeed in Higher EducationThis presentation is highlights the extra support that young carers can receive whilst studying at higher education. This was produced by Laura Selby, Deputy Manager at Sheffield Young Carers.Gatsby Benchmark 3, Gatsby Benchmark 8Download
Further Education and Higher Education Options ExploredA presentation on the options for further education and higher education. There is also an introduction to 'T-Levels'. This presentation was produced by Gideon Woldeslassie who is a Higher Education Progression Adviser for HeppSYGatsby Benchmark 7Download

Information Resource

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
Estranged Student CPD Case StudiesEstranged Student CPD Case StudiesDownload
Supporting Young Carers and Care Experienced Young People: HEPP Activity DevelopmentA report carried out with Hepp and Applied Inspiration which set out to understand more about the needs of young carers and care experienced young people and how these could be considered in the design of Hepp’s activities for these groups.Download
Estranged and Kinship Student GuideA UCP and Stand Alone CPD guide to estranged and kinship students.Download
Advancing Access Interactive CPD Modules – Creating a culture of success in your school or collegeThis is a link to 7 interactive CPD modules, which contain an engaging mix of different self-directed activities which can be worked through at your own pace. They are designed for teachers, senior and middle leaders, careers advisers, careers leaders and those who work in the field of widening participation.View

Sessions

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
Teacher and Advisor CPD Twilight Webinar – Transition to HEThis recording is taken from the fourth in our series of webinars on 17th April delivered in partnership by Hepp, HeppSY, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield. This webinar aims to provide teachers and advisers with up to date information about transition to higher education. This session will cover the steps students need to take in order to successfully transition from college/sixth form to Higher Education, covering: The Transition Timeline, What to do before you arrive?, What to do once you get there?, Intro week, Support during transition.View
Teacher and Advisor CPD Twilight Webinar – Access and Support at HEThis recording is taken from the third in our series of webinars on 28th February delivered in partnership by Hepp, HeppSY, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield. This webinar aims to provide teachers and advisers with up to date knowledge of the support available at higher education, covering: pre arrival support, on course support and the importance of disclosing.View
Teacher and Advisor CPD Twilight Webinar – Higher Education FinanceThis recording is taken from the second in our series of webinars on 24th January delivered in partnership by Hepp, HeppSY, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield. This webinar aims to provide teachers and advisers with up to date knowledge of the higher education Student Finance system.View
Teacher and Advisor CPD Twilight Webinar – UCAS and Applying to HEThis recording was taken at the first of our five twilight webinars on 8th November delivered in partnership by Hepp, HeppSY, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield. This webinar aims to provide teachers and advisers with up to date knowledge of the UCAS system and application process to aid you in supporting your learners.View
Funding Support for Disabled Students- SlidesThese are the slides used in the below recorded session for students/parents/carers/teachers and advisers to find out: what Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) is, what forms you need to complete and how to do that and the support provided for disabled students at higher education institutions. Find out why it is important to start the DSA process early in order to make sure all the support you need is in place for when you start your higher education journey.Download
It’s never too late to go into higher education – SlidesAn opportunity for staff who work with mature students to find out how to support them think about higher education (HE) and the different educational routes possible to them. This session covers: routes into HE, the support available at HE institutions, student finance as a mature student and how you can support a mature student.Download
It’s never too late to go into higher education – RecordingAn opportunity for staff who work with mature students to find out how to support them think about higher education (HE) and the different educational routes possible to them. This session covers: routes into HE, the support available at HE institutions, student finance as a mature student and how you can support a mature student.View

Shape your Future

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
Shape Your FutureA guide to regional labour market information. In this booklet there is guidance about growth sectors, routes and pathways into various careers.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – SheffieldA presentation to introduce Shape Your Future to students. To be used with the accompanying lesson plan.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – DoncasterA presentation to introduce Shape Your Future to students. To be used with the accompanying lesson plan.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – BarnsleyA presentation to introduce Shape Your Future to students. To be used with the accompanying lesson plan.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – SheffieldA lesson plan to introduce Shape Your Future with students. To be used with accompanying Presentation.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – DoncasterA lesson plan to introduce Shape Your Future with students. To be used with accompanying Presentation.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – BarnsleyA lesson plan to introduce Shape Your Future with students. To be used with accompanying Presentation.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – RotherhamA presentation to introduce Shape Your Future to students. To be used with the accompanying lesson plan.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Shape Your Future – RotherhamA lesson plan to introduce Shape Your Future with students. To be used with accompanying Presentation.Gatsby Benchmark 2, Gatsby Benchmark 4Download

Gatsby Benchmarks

NameDescriptionGatsby BenchmarkLink
Resource list for Gatsby Benchmark filmsA handy list of resources to help meet the Gatsby Benchmarks. These resources are all referenced in the series of linked films.AllDownload
An Introduction to the Gatsby BenchmarksA video guide which introduces the Gatsby Benchmarks. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 4 mins 29 secsAllView
Gatsby Benchmark 1 – A Stable Careers ProgrammeA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 1: A Stable Careers Programme, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 3 mins 47 secsGatsby Benchmark 1View
Gatsby Benchmark 2 – Learning from Career and Labour Market InformationA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 2: Learning from Career and Labour Market Information, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 3 mins 5 secsGatsby Benchmark 2View
Gatsby Benchmark 3 – Addressing the Needs of Each PupilA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 3: Addressing the Needs of Each Pupil, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 3 mins 15 secsGatsby Benchmark 3View
Gatsby Benchmark 4 – Linking Curriculum Learning to CareersA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 4: Linking Curriculum Learning to Careers, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 4 mins 16 secsGatsby Benchmark 4View
Gatsby Benchmark 5 – Encounters with Employers and EmployeesA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 5: Encounters with Employers and Employees, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 4 mins 6 secsGatsby Benchmark 5View
Gatsby Benchmark 6 – Experiences of WorkplacesA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 6: Experiences of Workplaces, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 4 mins 15 secsGatsby Benchmark 6View
Gatsby Benchmark 7 – Encounters with Further and Higher EducationA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 7: Encounters with Further and Higher Education, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 4 mins 36 secsGatsby Benchmark 7View
Gatsby Benchmark 8 – Personal GuidanceA video guide to Gatsby Benchmark 8: Personal Guidance, that can support you with meeting this Gatsby Benchmark. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 3 mins 15 secsGatsby Benchmark 8View
Gatsby Benchmark ResourcesA video guide to various resources that can support you in meeting the Gatsby Benchmarks. This is presented by Sonia Hardwick, CPD Manager at Hepp. Run time: 3 mins 44 secsAllView
Gatsby Benchmarks -GBM 4 – Linking Curriculum Learning to CareersA presentation aimed at increasing knowledge of Gatsby Benchmark 4 , providing some practical examples to increase engagement from subject staff.Gatsby Benchmark 4Download
Gatsby Benchmarks – An IntroductionAn introduction to the Gatsby Benchmarks aimed at staff working in schools and colleges. Suitable for all staff.AllDownload
Career Development Institute – The Gatsby Benchmark ToolkitA Gatsby Benchmark toolkit, produced by the Career Development Institute.AllDownload

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