Care, Education and Treatment Reviews (CETRs)

Care, Education and Treatment Reviews (CETRs) are a crucial part of the support system for children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both in England. These reviews provide a comprehensive assessment of the individual's needs, strengths, and achievements, ensuring they receive the appropriate care, education, and treatment to thrive.

Understanding CETRs

A CETR is a statutory process that assesses and reviews the care, education, and treatment needs of children and young people (aged 0 to 25) with learning disabilities, autism, or both. These reviews are conducted by a panel of independent experts who consider a range of factors, including the child or young person's individual needs, strengths, and achievements, as well as the views of their family and other professionals involved in their care.

Purpose of CETRs

The primary purpose of CETRs is to ensure that children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both receive the right support to meet their needs and achieve their potential. CETRs help to identify any gaps in the current provision of care, education, and treatment and provide recommendations for addressing these gaps.

Conducting CETRs

CETRs are typically held annually, but they can be conducted more often if necessary. They can also be held at the request of the child or young person, their family, or a professional involved in their care. The CETR process is confidential, and the information gathered during the review is not shared with anyone outside of the panel and the child or young person's family without their consent.

The importance of CETRs

CETRs are a valuable tool for ensuring that children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both receive the right support to meet their needs and achieve their potential. They provide an opportunity for a comprehensive assessment of the individual's needs and strengths, as well as the involvement of their family and other professionals, leading to tailored recommendations for their care, education, and treatment.

The CETR Process

The CETR process involves several steps:

• Initial referral: A referral is made to the local authority, which triggers the CETR process.
• Panel formation: A panel of independent experts is formed, including healthcare professionals, education specialists, and social care representatives.
• Information gathering: The panel gathers information from various sources, including the child or young person, their family, carers, and relevant professionals.
• Assessment and review: The panel assesses the child or young person's needs, strengths, and achievements, considering the gathered information.
• Recommendations and implementation: The panel provides recommendations for the child or young person's care, education, and treatment. The local authority works with families and professionals to implement these recommendations.

Outcomes of CETRs

CETRs lead to several positive outcomes:

• Individualised support plans: Children and young people receive individualised support plans tailored to their specific needs.
• Improved quality of life: CETRs contribute to an improved quality of life for children and young people with disabilities.
• Enhanced family well-being: Families and carers experience reduced stress and improved coping mechanisms due to the support provided.
• Effective service delivery: Professionals gain a better understanding of individual needs, leading to more effective service delivery.

Who can help me?

For more information about CETRs, please contact the Plymouth has an Early Help and SEND Advice Line by calling 01752 668000, or emailing AccessEarlyHelp@plymouth.gov.uk.
 

Frequently asked questions

What are Care, Education and Treatment Reviews (CETRs)?

CETRs are a statutory process in England that assesses and reviews the care, education, and treatment needs of children and young people (aged 0 to 25) with a learning disability, autism, or both.

Who benefits from CETRs?

CETRs are designed to benefit children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, or both, as well as their families and carers.

What is the purpose of CETRs?

The purpose of CETRs is to ensure that children and young people with these disabilities receive the right support to meet their needs and achieve their potential.

How are CETRs conducted?

CETRs are conducted by a panel of independent experts who consider the child or young person's needs, strengths, and achievements, as well as the views of their family and other professionals involved in their care.

What are the outcomes of CETRs?

The panel will make recommendations about the care, education, and treatment that the child or young person should receive.

Plymouth's Local Offer is organised into four main categories covering the following age ranges:

• Early years (0 to 5 years old)
• Primary (5 to 11 years old)
• Secondary (11 to 18 years old)
• Preparing for adulthood

 Plymouth Local Offer homepage

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