In collaboration with the trainee Educational Psychologists (EPs) who are placed in Glasgow we have created a summary of some of the key information to consider when applying to be on the training course.
In terms of the role of an Educational Psychology Service, the 5 core functions remain as defined in the SEED Review of Provision of Educational Psychology Services in Scotland (Currie Report, 2002) as: consultation, assessment, intervention, training and research.
Review of provision of educational psychology services in Scotland (Currie Report 2002)
More information on the role of an educational psychologist in Scotland can be found on the BPS website.
It will be useful to be aware of current legislation and developments in Education that are relevant to the EP role.
Key documents include:
- The National Improvement Framework
- The Additional Support for Learning (ASL) Act
- Getting It Right For Every Child
- Presumption to provide education in a mainstream setting: guidance
- ASPEP Assessment Position Paper
The Scottish Government report from April 2019 on the future of Educational Psychology services is also be a really helpful resource:
The best source for information around the course itself, and the processes involved in becoming an EP, is on the Dundee University website:
- Educational Psychology MSc
- PDF – Information on Dundee University Educational Psychology Course
- EP training in Scotland
If you are still looking for further information or have a specific question that has not been answered here, please get in touch with one of our offices and either an EP or a trainee EP will endeavour to get back to you.
