Work-based learning and the ELP

Whichever way you choose to study – full time, part time or distance learning – work-based learning is an integral part of becoming a qualified practitioner.

Students can undertake work-based learning at a time of their own choosing and in any organisation that delivers environmental health as a whole or in parts. 

Universities normally help students to find work-based learning placements, and opportunities are also advertised in local newspapers,Environmental Health News (EHN).

During their practical training placement, students have to successfully complete an Experiential Learning Portfolio (ELP) to record evidence of their learning and skill development. This is an important requirement for entry to the Professional Examinations.

More information

• The Experiential Learning Portfolio (ELP) – An Overview
• ELP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
• ELP mark scheme guidance
• ELP mark scheme assessment sheets
• ELP key intervention areas matrix (Excel format)
• 'Success in Experiential Learning' - The CIEH Requirements for Work-Based Experiential Learning and Your Guide to Fulfilling Them
• Examination Regulations - for the assessment of the practical training logbook/ELP and the Professional Examinations
• Work-Based Experiential Learning - A Guide for Students and Placement Supervisors

Forms and logbooks

• BSc student environmental health registration form SR3B
• MSc student environmental Health registration form SR3M

• Application to submit ELP for assessment in 2008
• PT Logbook Assessment on Demand Application Form - NB: this will be available from January 2008.
• CIEH Student EHO Practical Training Logbook - NB. You may download this logbook and start using it but you MUST REGISTER with EHRB BEFORE commencing your 48 weeks practical training period. On receipt of your application for registration and fee you will receive a hard copy of the logbook.

• Green logbook marks sheet
• Guidance_on completion and submission of the green logbook

• Burgundy logbook assessment sheet
• Guidance notes for practical training burgundy logbook