Association of Educational Psychologists
The AEP is the trade union and professional association for Educational Psychologists in the UK. We represent and empower educational psychologists to help children and young people thrive.
The AEP is the trade union and professional association for Educational Psychologists in the UK. We represent and empower educational psychologists to help children and young people thrive.
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How we support members
Employment & Workplace
The AEP supports members in employment; across local authorities, private services, social enterprises, self-employed EPs & during training.
Professional Support
The AEP offer a wealth of opportunities for professional development, learning & networking - including events for members such as conferences, training & webinars.
Resource Hub
Members can access a wide range of resources - from access to our journal EPiP (and many more), guidance papers on professional issues, examples of best practice and much more.
Latest News
Educational Psychology in Practice - Special Collection on reading and literacy
Explore the new Educational Psychology in Practice special collection on reading and literacy:
Changing the Narrative in Reading and Literacy: Shaping the Next Chapter in Educational Psychology.
We are pleased to share the publication of the new special collection of articles for Educational Psychology in Practice Journal, following the success of our last collection showcasing the work of educational psychologists (EPs) outside of statutory work.
Department for Education confirms 35 additional EP training places from 2027
The Department for Education has increased funded training places in England from 204 to 239, with applications now open. The AEP welcomes these additional places. However, the scale of workforce shortages remains a concern as local authorities prepare to deliver SEND reforms, including the proposed ‘Experts at Hand’ service.
AEP delegation raises key education issues at TUC Congress
AEP meets with new Welsh Minister for Education & Welsh Language
On Wednesday 12 August, Rachel Jones, AEP Region 9 (Wales/Cymru) rep and Dewi Hughes, Chair of the Professional Policies Subcommittee, met with Anna Brychan, Welsh Minister for Education and the Welsh Language. This meeting was a valuable opportunity to talk about some of the issues currently affecting children and young people across Wales, and to share the experiences and views of educational psychologists.
