The dates of the approval panels for PLQ(SS) have been set through until March 2009. In order to assist the process, all paperwork relating to this must be with the SSSC six weeks prior to the panel meeting. This will allow adequate support time to be built in for the panel members. The composition of the panels will consist of HEI/FE representatives, employers and representatives from service users/carers. The panels will be chaired by the SSSC.
Timescales for approval panels
| Panel Date | Submission Date |
| 24 January 2008 | 13 December 2007 |
| 23 April 2008 | 12 March 2008 |
| 26 June 2008 | 15 May 2008 |
| 30 October 2008 | 18 September 2008 |
| 28 January 2009 | 17 December 2008 |
| 25 March 2009 | 11 February 2009 |

