Early Intervention 4: How to apply for an EHCP

Duration: 8 mins Publication Date: 1 Mar 2023 Next Review Date: 1 Mar 2026 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13893

Description

This film, part 4 of a four-part Early Intervention series, explains the next steps when a child is identified as having special educational needs. Featuring insights from a SENCo and an Educational Psychologist, it guides parents through the process of applying for an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), including what evidence is needed, how decisions are made, and what support an EHCP can provide. The film aims to demystify what can often feel like a complex and lengthy process, helping parents understand their role and the support available.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand what an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) is and how it supports children with special educational needs.

2. Recognise the roles of parents, schools, and professionals in the EHCP application and assessment process.

3. Identify the types of evidence required and the possible outcomes of an EHCP application, including next steps and alternative support options.


About this Lesson

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Speakers

Sara Bierer

Independent Chartered Educational Psychologist, West Hampstead Child and Young Person Clinic.

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