CEP Recognition

Recognition is awarded to a qualification, course or programme of learning between and including Levels 3 and 5 in the UK, usually attained at a Further Education college, 6th Form College or similar institution which offers students a design related vocational qualification such as BTEC (Business Technology and Education Council) Certificates, Diplomas & Awards, NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications), HNC (Higher National Certificates), HND (Higher National Diplomas), Foundation Degrees (FdA), Advanced and Professional Apprenticeships and equivalent level design courses internationally.

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Benefits of CEP Recognition

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Courses benefit from the use of the course endorsement branding ‘CSD Recognised’ for marketing purposes

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Course endorsement is valid for an agreed period of up to 5 years

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CEP allows courses to differentiate in the educational market place with an award from the professional body for designers

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Promotion of the course in the CSD Find-a-Course directory

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Regular visits and talks from CSD members on a variety of topics

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Participate in initiatives specifically developed to promote your course and students

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Discounts on CSD workshops, seminars and other professional development activities for tutors, lecturers and other teaching staff

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Free Student Membership of CSD for all students on a CSD Recognised Course up until the end of the year in which they graduate

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Discounted Student Membership for up to 2 years after graduating during which time they can apply for Associate Membership

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Students benefit from support through the CSD database of members for placements, internships and other work experience opportunities

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Regular newsletters containing industry insights including TheDesigner and OnCourse

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Networking events for education and training providers participating in CEP

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Added value to the qualification with stronger potential return on investment for learners

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All students have the opportunity to win the annual CEP Student Prize with an award made to every course in the programme

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Differentiation of new recruits and employees having studied on a CSD Recognised course having the requisite level of Creativity, Professionalism, Skills and Knowledge (CPSK) to commence a career in professional practice

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Greater access to education institutions and training providers, optimising the opportunities to work collaboratively and develop design education to continuously meet industry needs

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Supporting professional design best practice for the current and next generation of designers through effective design education