SoHPS are launching a new Practice Assessment Handbook (PAH) for students undertaking the Foundation Degree from 2021. The mentor training has also been updated to match changes to the PAH. During 2020, it was necessary to make some changes to
Mentoring Standards
Mentoring Health Play Specialists Standards The full SoHPS Professional Standards & Mentoring Standards can be found here: SoHPS Professional Standards & Mentoring Standards May 2026
Introduction – Mentors & Mentorship
Introductory notes for HPS who have been asked to become a Mentor/Supervisor for a student on the Foundation Degree in Healthcare Play Specialism (FdA/HPS). Definition of a Mentor A mentor is an experienced or trusted advisor or guide, a teacher,