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Upcoming Continuing Professional Development

Discover the latest upcoming CPD that nasen will be hosting. We offer CPD on a wide range of topics and themes from universal teaching, to high quality practice and condition specific introductions. 

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Upcoming events

Specialist Spotlight: Metacognition (Cross-phase)

Online
19 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how evidence-informed approaches can help pupils understand how they learn, develop effective learning strategies and take greater ownership of their learning and progress.

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Twilight Talk: The role of attachment and trauma in education for those with SEND

Online
21 Oct 2026
FREE
Twilight Talks

The Twilight Talk will explore the role of attachment in education and how secure relationships can support regulation, engagement and learning.

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Specialist Spotlight: Creating Belonging Through Inclusion (Cross-phase)

Online
22 Oct 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how to create and embed a culture of belonging and inclusion, using practical examples of how positive relationships and meaningful engagement with pupils, staff, parents and carers can improve attendance, behaviour & engagement.

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Meeting the Needs of Every Child (10am - 12pm)

Online
02 Nov 2026
FREE
early years

This DfE funded online course is FREE to access and will provide practitioners with a thorough overview of inclusive practice for SEND in the early years.

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Specialist Spotlight: Adaptive Teaching - Part 1 (Primary)

Online
10 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how adaptive teaching can support progress and engagement across primary settings, using practical tools and approaches to meet diverse needs and create inclusive, learner-centred classrooms.

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Twilight Talk: Supporting Learning Through Vision

Online
10 Nov 2026
FREE
Twilight Talks

This session will explore how equitable eye care can be delivered effectively within special schools and colleges, and why vision is a critical but often overlooked factor in learning, behaviour and engagement for children and young people with SEND.

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Meeting the Needs of Every Child (6pm - 8pm)

Online
10 Nov 2026
FREE
early years

This DfE funded online course is FREE to access andwill provide practitioners with a thorough overview of inclusive practice for SEND in the early years.

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Specialist Spotlight: Understanding behaviour as communication (Primary)

Online
11 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how to better understand the factors driving needs-led behaviour, how to prioritise support and select appropriate strategies for pupils with SEMH needs.

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Leading Specialist Spaces in Mainstream: Inclusion bases and Ofsted

Online
12 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

Join Matt McArthur, WSS Deputy Regional SEND Lead & Deputy Headteacher at Frank Wise School, for an essential, practice-focussed webinar where we unpack the DfE’s 6 Principles of Effective Practice & map them directly against Ofsted’s evaluation.

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Recognised Teacher/Practitioner Module 3 live session - Development of a professional artefact Part 1

Online
12 Nov 2026
FREE
Recognised Practitioner
,
Recognised Teacher

The session will give you the opportunity to discuss your thoughts and ideas to begin working on the development of your artefact. These webinars are included in the "Recognised Teacher/Practitioner of SEND" module.

Access to this event is exclusive to users with the nasen Recognised Teacher of SEND, nasen Recognised Practitioner of SEND

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Session 2 of 3: Systems and Processes

Online
16 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session looks at designing coherent systems and processes across many schools: accurate identification of need, meaningful SEND registers, using data and management information systems, and professional development at scale.

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Early Years SEND Reviewer Training

Online
16 Nov 2026
FREE
early years

This free training session is designed for Early Years SENCOs and setting managers who would like to carry out an Early Years SEND Review within their own setting, or as part of a peer review with another setting, using the Early Years SEND Review Guide.

Specialist Spotlight: Understanding Executive Function (Cross-phase)

Online
17 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore the role of executive function skills in learning and practical approaches to support the development of these skills in learners.

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South West Regional Conference: Sense of belonging still matters

Face to face
19 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
In-person Event
WSS

This South West inclusion conference centres on the principle that a strong sense of belonging is an integral and enduring feature of effective school practice.

Specialist Spotlight: Supporting learners with attention difficulties (Primary)

Online
23 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how to better understand and support learners with attention and focus needs, using practical tools and strategies to improve engagement and create inclusive learning environments.

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Twilight Talk: Spotting Signs and Symptoms of Dyscalculia and Maths Difficulties

Online
24 Nov 2026
FREE

This talk explores how to identify the key indicators of dyscalculia and outlines the assessment process. It emphasises the importance of assessment for teaching intervention, highlighting that understanding how a learner approaches maths is important.

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Meeting the Needs of Every Child (9.30am - 11.30am)

Online
25 Nov 2026
FREE
early years

This DfE funded online course is FREE to access and will provide practitioners with a thorough overview of inclusive practice for SEND in the early years.

Primary school children sat on the carpet in group reading with a teacher holding out a book

Specialist Spotlight: Adaptive Teaching - Part 2 (Primary)

Online
25 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
Online Event

This session will explore how adaptive teaching can support progress and engagement across primary settings, using practical tools and approaches to meet diverse needs and create inclusive, learner-centred classrooms.

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East Midlands Regional Conference: Developing belonging through speech, language and communication.

Face to face
26 Nov 2026
FREE
Universal SEND Services
WSS
In-person Event

Join us for a day focusing on identifying speech, language and communication needs (SCLN) and equipping staff with the confidence to respond through adaptive practice and intervention.

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Support for Learning Third Annual Online Conference: ‘Professional Learning in Special and Inclusive Education: A Vital Cog?

Online
27 Nov 2026
FREE
support for learning
conference

This conference seeks to provide practical illustrations of the opportunities and challenges present in enhancing professional learning in Inclusive Education.