Important Information - This event is an online introduction on how to enrol onto this FREE Distance Learning course.
PLEASE NOTE: This course is for residents of England only.
This course will be delivered online by Basingstoke College of Technology. (Some regions may be subject to devolved funding. If your application cannot be accepted by this college, you will be redirected to a suitable provider).
Special Educational Needs and Disability - Level 2 (Distance Learning)
Course Content
This course is split into five manageable units, studied via distance learning over 6 months:
Unit 1: Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)
- Including the range of SEND conditions and the causes of these, social and medical models of disability, barriers that individuals with SEND might face and positive changes that have occurred over time in relation to SEND
Unit 2: Understand equality and diversity in the context of SEND
- Including equality, diversity and inclusion within the workplace, community and wider society. Also relevant legislation, including Safeguarding and guidance, in relation to SEND
Unit 3: Principles of promoting person-centered approach for individuals with SEND
- Including person-centered approach in relation to SEND and the importance of active participation for individuals and the promotion of well being
Unit 4: Understanding SEND and learning
- Including different learning styles and support programmes used in educational settings. Reasonable adjustments and how Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans work.
Unit 5: Living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Including neuro-diversity and self-identity; as well as how societal and cultural influences can impact on individuals with SEND. Support available for individuals with SEND and their families, as well as the effects of stigma