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Special Education Needs & Disabilities - Level 2

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Course Code
P00502
Subject Area
Health, Care & Health Technologies
Campus
Distance Learning

Course overview

On this qualification, you will explore many different aspects of SEND, including the symptoms of specific conditions, the legislation and guidance applicable to individuals with SEND, and how such conditions affect individuals in daily life. This knowledge will be invaluable in your personal or professional life, whether you're seeking to improve your own understanding of SEND or looking to support others who are affected by it. Unit 1: Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) - Understand the different conditions categorised as SEND conditions - Understand different models of disabilities - 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 - Understand the concept of equality and diversity - Understand legislation and guidance which supports individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - Understand the importance of safeguarding an individual with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - 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 - Understand person centred approaches - Understand the importance of encouraging active participation - Understand the importance of an individual’s well-being Unit 4: Understanding SEND and Learning - Understand the importance of inclusive learning - Understand the use of support programmes for individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - Understand the role of reasonable adjustments - Understand Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Unit 5: Living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) - Understand the concept of neurodiversity - Understand the concept of the self - Understand the impact of societal and cultural influences on individuals with conditions...

About the course

Unit 1: Introduction to Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), Unit 2: Understand Equality and Diversity in the Context of SEND, Unit 3: Principles of Promoting Person Centred Approach for Individuals with SEND, Unit 4: Understanding SEND and Le
There are no specific certificates required to enrol on this qualfication. Acceptance onto the certificates is based on a phone or online interview with the Tutor.
You will complete an online workbook, supported by the Tutor as required.
Students who complete this qualification can progress to: Other specialist level 2 certificates for the health, social care and education sectors Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship in Early Years / Health and Social Care
This qualification is delivered online. These level 2 courses are free if you are a resident of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (comprising of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield), as these qualifications can be fully-funded at no cost to you! For a level 3 course, funding may be available and we will assess your personal circumstances to establish if you qualify. Click here to find out more.A fee of £150 is payable if you enrol on this qualification and do not complete it.