How do I get NPQH?
Apply. The National Professional Qualification for Headship ( NPQH ) supports the professional development of aspiring and serving headteachers. Apply with one of the providers accredited to offer this qualification. Contact your preferred provider, or visit their website, to find out more about the qualification.
Is NPQH required for headship?
What Qualifications Does a Headteacher Require? Previously, all headteachers had to have the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH). Since 2012, however, this is no longer a mandatory requirement.
How long does an NPQH take?
Within 18 months, you will develop the knowledge that underpins expert school leadership and apply it to become an outstanding headteacher.
Is NPQH worth doing?
If you are seeking your first Headship in a UK maintained school, academy or free school, the NPQH is a good choice, in order to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to become a highly effective headteacher; as for the independent sector, achieving it can only be positive – indeed some selection panels …
What level is a Npqh?
Applicants must be in a current headteacher, deputy headteacher, vice principal or equivalent role and about 18 months away from applying for Headship (if not already in post). If do not have QTS or QTLS, you will need to have completed a Level 5 qualification (any subject).
What is Npqh equivalent to?
Using your National Professional Qualification (NPQ) towards a Masters Qualification
| National Professional Qualification | Number of Masters Credits* |
|---|---|
| National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) | 30 Credits at Level 7 |
| National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) | 60 Credits at Level 7 |
How much is an NPQH?
The programme will start in February 2022 with the induction conference taking place on Tuesday, 8 March 2022. The cost is £1985 for those in independent schools. British International Schools, contact us directly for prices. The programme is fully funded in English state schools (read more below).
Do you need NPQH to be a headteacher in Wales?
The National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) is mandatory for all teachers moving into their first headship post in Wales.
What will replace Npqh?
Reformed national professional qualifications replaced the previous NPQ in middle leadership with 3 new NPQs for teachers and leaders who want to develop their expertise in specialist areas of teaching practice.
Is NPQH difficult?
The assessment part of the NPQH was time-consuming and difficult. It’s necessary, and in all honesty I couldn’t see a way of making it simpler without reducing the quality. It’s supposed to be challenging!
What will replace NPQH?
What involves Npqh?
National Professional Qualification (NPQ): Headship NPQH gives participants all of the essential knowledge, skills and concepts that underpin successful headship. Participants will cover ‘learn that’ and ‘learn how to’ statements in ten areas: 1 – School Culture. 2 – Teaching.