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What You Will Study

Unit 1: Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

Section 1: Understand the different conditions categorised as SEND conditions
Section 2: Understand different models of disabilities
Section 3: Understand how the rights and support available to those with conditions categorised as SEND have changed over time

Unit 2: Understand equality and diversity in the context of SEND

Section 1: Understand the concept of equality and diversity
Section 2: Understand legislation and guidance which supports individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Section 3: Understand the importance of safeguarding an individual with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Section 4: Understand the benefits of a diverse and inclusive society for an individual with SEND

Unit 3: Principles of promoting person centred approach for individuals with SEND

Section 1: Understand person centred approaches
Section 2: Understand the importance of encouraging active participation.
Section 3: Understand the importance of an individual’s well-being

Unit 4: Understanding SEND and learning

Section 1: Understand the importance of inclusive learning
Section 2: Understand the use of support programmes for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Section 3: Understand the role of reasonable adjustments
Section 4: Understand Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans

Unit 5: Living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Section 1: Understand the concept of neurodiversity.
Section 2: Understand the concept of the self
Section 3: Understand the impact of societal and cultural influences on individuals with conditions categorised as SEND
Section 4: Understand sources of support for individuals with SEND and the families
Section 5: Understand the impact stigma has on individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

  • Attendance Expectations

    No need to attend College, work from home at a pace that suits you.

  • How You Will Be Assessed

    The course is delivered via distance learning, supported by a range of interactive online resources. Work is assessed by the tutor throughout the programme from induction to completion.

  • Entry Requirements

    There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths or equivalent.

  • Fee Information

    This is a free course.

  • Further Study

    You may wish to complete further distance learning courses in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People, Understanding Autism or Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children.