Planning Aid Scotland’s SP=EED Verification is a two part programme which certifies an individual’s competence in using the SP=EED approach to delivering engagement in planning and demonstrates that participants have completed a written reflective learning assessment:

• give public assurance that engagement is being done to an appropriate level and to the highest standard
• allow individuals to develop a greater understanding of SP=EED and its practical application
• provide a greater understanding of the skills required for effective engagement
• encourage the use of a range of creative and effective planning and engagement tools to suit different participatory approaches
• allow individuals to have their engagement methods verified by independent planning and engagement professionals