Registration

The issue of registration for CLD practitioners has been discussed for over a decade – the consultation following the Community Education Training Review found that “Support for a registration scheme and its benefits were definitely articulated.

garry-and-lyn.jpgA clear majority was evident in the written responses, with the seminars more ambiguous. Respondents wanted to see any development addressing the perception that it might be seen as exclusive.

Nonetheless, the consultation indicated a positive desire to explore the potential of registration, and supported the development of concrete proposals.” (Empowered to Practice, Scottish Executive: 2003).

The CLD Standards Council has been tasked by the Scottish Government with considering and establishing a system of registration for CLD practitioners.