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Be a head

If you've completed the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), we'd like to introduce you to Be a head. This is a free support programme specifically developed by the National College to give you the help you need to progress through the next stages of your career.

Key facts

• The support programmes provides a wealth of information and guidance, including newsletters, case studies, advice on applying for headship and lots more.
• By completing an online survey telling us where you are in your career right now, we tailor the information to your circumstances.

Who is it for?

NPQH graduates

Apply

Fill in the short application form.

Help us to help you

If you move house or change schools, or if there are any changes to where you are in your career, please make sure that your membership details are kept up to date. This means we can continue to send you information that is relevant to you. To do this, simply sign in to the College website and go to ‘my account settings’.

If you have any problems or questions, just email us at beahead@nationalcollege.org.uk.

Further information and resources

For further information contact beahead@nationalcollege.org.uk. Additional resources for aspiring heads can be found in the Leadership library.