Bookings are now open for our 2026-27 Course Rep Training ....for delivery from week beginning Monday 28th September 2026 onwards.
All the information you need is on our main CRT webpage. Please read the booking guidance before arranging your sessions and requesting dates.
CRT delivered by sparqs
This year's Introductory CRT is available as an online workshop AND in-person workshop. Whichever method of delivery you choose, the training is in two parts. The first is a self-study online module created by sparqs, which reps will access via their institution's VLE, and the second part is a workshop delivered by sparqs Associate Trainers. The training is aimed at course reps who have not attended rep training before. It aims to develop confidence in their role, as being a course rep for the first time can be a daunting prospect.
We will continue to deliver online national CRT workshops again during November 2026 and into January 2027. Watch this space for further details.
If you would like to book training students with supported education needs, please contact us at admin@sparqs.ac.uk to discuss your needs. Please also get in touch to discuss your requirements if you are interested in delivering CRT to other student groups such as postgraduate taught (PGT) students, ESOL students, apprentices or senior phase school pupils in colleges.
Associate Trainers
Our team of Associate Trainers have been trained at our annual training event, running from 24th–27th August 2026, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to fulfil their role. We are delighted to have 12 ATs continuing from last year, as well as 11 new ATs joining the team for 2026-27. The trainers have a wealth of experience from their studies and course rep activity within their institutions - read their biographies on the Our staff page of our website.
Queries
If you have any questions about the Course Rep Training booking process, please get in touch with us at admin@sparqs.ac.uk.
Any questions about the content of the training or how we can support you to deliver training within your institution, should go to Nicola Cameron, Business Manager, on 07785 626159 or at nicola.cameron@sparqs.ac.uk.