FETN recognises that personal tutoring is central to learner success, and that effective tutoring promotes learner progress, enables learners to develop their personal, social and employability skills and helps in addressing individual learning and support needs.
Raising the profile of this essential role lies at the heart of what we do. We are aware of how important it is for personal tutors to feel recognised and valued and this is why the FETN Professional Recognition Scheme has been developed collaboratively with FETN member institutions.
Referenced against the National Occupational Standards for Personal Tutoring the Professional Recognition Scheme provides you with a valuable opportunity to evidence your practice against the requisite skills and competencies for the role, and to identify opportunities for continuous professional development.
Levels of Recognition
There are three levels of Professional Recognition:
Recognised Practitioner in Tutoring
This is designed to recognise personal tutoring practitioners who can demonstrate a sound understanding of the principles of personal tutoring and effective tutoring practice in line with the National Occupational Standards for Personal Tutoring.
Recognised Advanced Practitioner in Tutoring
Designed to recognise Personal Tutors who demonstrate excellent tutoring skills and have a significantly positive impact on their learners’ progress and development. As Advanced Tutoring Practitioners they will also be expected to demonstrate how they contribute to the quality of tutoring and support colleagues to improve their tutoring practice.
Recognised Leader in Tutoring
This recognition is aimed at highly experienced personal tutors who can demonstrate excellent tutoring skills, provide support for others in their tutoring role, and make a significant impact on the quality of tutorial provision and practice at departmental or organisational level.
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Benefits of the Scheme
Tutors achieving recognition will be included in the Register of Recognised Professional Tutors and have the right to use the relevant Professional Recognition e-Badge on future correspondence
Eligibility
To be eligible to register applicants should:
- hold level 2 maths and level 2 English qualifications or equivalent
- be employed as a personal tutor (or equivalent role), or be leading tutorial provision, in a Further Education or Training setting for a minimum of four hours per week
- have a suitable professional supporter for the duration of the Professional Recognition Process
Process
Having registered for PTR, applicants will receive a Self-Assessment Document and a Personal Review Portfolio to complete. They will also be provided with the copy of the National Occupational Standards for Personal Tutoring to refer to during the process.
The application process is designed to be developmental. Completing the portfolio of evidence provides applicants with the opportunity to reflect on their practice and plan for further professional development. A portfolio guide is provided to help candidates to prepare for successful submission.
Submitted applications are independently assessed by experienced practitioners in the field who hold FETN Professional Recognition themselves. Applicants will be advised of the outcome from one of the following:
- The level of recognition applied for is granted
- Applicant is advised to revise their application and resubmit
Where the applicant is advised to revise and resubmit their application they will have six weeks to submit for re-assessment.
Registration Costs
Individual Registrations (for individual applicants)
Individual registration for Professional Tutor Recognition (PTR) is £150 per person, however FETN Associate Members are eligible to register for £115.
For non-members wishing to benefit from this discount along with other member benefits, please visit our Membership Page and sign up as an Associate Member.
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Group Registrations (for organisations with groups of tutors)
Colleges and training providers with Corporate and Corporate Plus membership can purchase a Group Registration package. Group costings can be negotiated on a case by case basis.
For non-member organisations wishing to benefit from a discount, along with other member benefits please visit our Membership Page and sign up as a Corporate or Corporate Plus Member.
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How to Register
Please complete the below form when you are in a position to register for PTR. Once this is submitted someone from the FETN team will reach out with an initial call to confirm costings and next steps.