EPAD

The electronic practice assessment documentation (EPAD) is a cloud based online platform that enables students, clinical staff and academic staff to access practice assessment documentation digitally.

The EPAD was launched for student and apprentice physiotherapy students in October 2023.

This page includes resources and guidance for students, practice staff and academics. If you require further support, please contact us.

ePAD Support

Email: epadhelp@essex.ac.uk

Access to the ePAD

To access the Essex ePAD login page, click here. Students will be able to log in using single sign on. Please select the option to login with your University of Essex account. 

ePAD Video Guides

Locating the ePAD login page

Student Intro to the ePAD

Locating placement forms

Forms: How to open, edit, save, submit, delete and preview

How to use "email for later"

ePAD for learners: how to complete, submit and delete a timesheet

Access for educators/assessors: Part 1 - the ePAD allocation process

Access for educators/assessors: Part 2 - creating your ePAD username and password

Access for educators/assessors: Part 3 - resetting your password

Practice Assessor – Accessing the ePAD

Practice Assessor – How to Complete Responses 

Practice Supervisors – How to Complete Responses