PrintIPDS Guide - Assessment
Interview
The purpose of the interview is to confirm that the work presented in the portfolio is your own.
The interview will be an informal discussion of the work in your portfolio, focusing on three of the activities.
The assessor will also be asking you to expand on your reflections and future learning goals in preparation for CPD.
At the end of the interview, the assessor will discuss with you his/her recommendations.
If he/she considers that further work is required to bring your portfolio to the required standard, the assessor will provide you with guidance and advice on how this can best be achieved.
Portfolios may be resubmitted at the next available submission date.
- Please ensure that you bring your own copy of your IPDS Portfolio to the interview
- You are advised to arrive at your Centre about 30 minutes before your interview time
- If you cannot attend the interview due to illness or other extenuating circumstances, the interview will be reconvened for the next IPDS cycle and no fee will be payable. However, medical proof or an employer's letter will be required.