The Planner's annual careers survey revealed a stark view of our profession. Workloads are up, resources are scarce, and qualified planners are in short supply. Planning officers and consultancies are struggling to attract and retain talent. This matters not just to the future of planners, but to the communities we represent and that's why Education for Everyone is a priority for us.
The aim of broadening access to pathways into chartered membership and reaching out to attract diverse talent encompasses two reviews projects for the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and for Initial Planning Education. The aim of the APC Review is to identify if there are any issues with the current APC arrangements and to consider potential changes to guidance and the assessment model. Complementing it is what has been termed the Education Policy Review which is considering the Institute's approach to degree-level accreditation to check that it remains fit-for-purpose.
Help us shape and secure the future of the planning profession by completing our survey:
We’ve recently launched a survey asking all RTPI members for their thoughts on initial planning education. The results will inform proposals to be shared with the Board of Trustees later this year. This is a key opportunity for you to influence the future decision-making of your Institute.
Members have received an email with a unique link to complete the survey. Please check your inbox to take it now.
The survey should take upto 20 minutes to complete. You can save the survey at any point and return to it at a convenient time. We have pulled together some Frequently Asked Questions in relation to the survey including contact details for alternative options if any members wish to contribute but do not wish to do this online.
Undertake a detailed review – EDUCATION FOR EVERYONE – to broaden access to the pathways into chartered membership, to reach out to attract diverse talent, which will include reviewing the time taken, the delivery mechanisms and the content of courses. Review the existing model of entry and learning outcome requirements for accredited planning schools to ensure it fits our new, more inclusive and reactive model, seeking to accredit further planning schools that support delivery of our vision and mission. Broaden planning education requirements to enable a wider pool of experts working in related built environment disciplines to become chartered professional planners.
