Improving learner outcomes

Online SEND and Teacher CPD courses

Why not join 10,000 schools who've partnered with us to improve the confidence and skills of their teaching team and provide a more inclusive experience for pupils with SEND?

We ensure your team has the right skills at the right time to support all children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and provide quality first teaching.

Discover why 85% of users rate a significant increase in confidence after completing our courses and talk to us today.

Before and after

Confidence in supporting SEND learners with disability

Before OLT course

Chart for pre-course

42%

Very or fairly confident

After OLT course

Chart for post-course

96%

Very or fairly confident

Very confident
Fairly confident
Somewhat confident
Not confident

Source: OLT data 2026

Cognition and Learning

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Recognise signs of ADHD, and learn how to adapt classroom practice to help these CYP thrive.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Dyslexia and Significant Difficulties in Reading

Understand the concept of dyslexia, the challenges faced by this group and how they can be overcome.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Learning Strategies

Enhance your knowledge of learning theories and how to translate theory into inclusive classroom practice.

20 hrs course time Find out more

Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Attachment and Trauma

Find out about the impact of childhood trauma on relationships with parents / carers and progress in school, and trauma informed practice.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Mental Health and Wellbeing

Explore the concepts of wellbeing and mental health, and effective strategies to support learners and staff.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Understanding and Supporting Behaviour

Managing behaviour is a challenge for all staff. Learn how to support, respond and reduce behavioural events.

20 hrs course time Find out more

Autism

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Autism

Distinguish autism from other difficulties and find out how to adapt classroom practice to meet the need of this group.

20 hrs course time Find out more

Communication

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Speech, Language and Communication Needs

Understand how speech and language difficulties can impact key curriculum areas and social inclusion.

20 hrs course time Find out more

Physical Needs

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Deafness

Understand the causes of deafness and identify best practice for supporting deaf learners.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Deafness (Further Education)

Comprehend the challenges faced by the deaf. Know how to monitor and adapt the learning environment to meet their needs.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Dyspraxia and Motor Coordination Difficulties

Understand how motor coordination difficulties impact learning and social behaviour, and how best to help them.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Multi-Sensory Impairment

The causes, implications, and strategies involved when working with learners with multi-sensory impairment.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Vision Impairment

See the world through the eyes of learners with vision impairment, and identify best practice for supporting them.

20 hrs course time Find out more

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Vision Impairment (Further Education)

Comprehend how a learner with a vision impairment can be accommodated and supported in a more adult learning environment.

20 hrs course time Find out more

Our courses are developed in partnership with SEND specialists and leading institutions to reflect current evidence-based practice. They provide a secure knowledge of the graduated approach, an understanding of assessment checklists and techniques, a toolkit of interventions to differentiate learning, and a support plan to differentiate and personalise learning.

Testimonials

“This training has been very detailed and thorough in that it has given clear explanations on deafness. The information has been simple to understand. The course has given me a wider understanding of the different types of hearing aids and radio aids. I feel that with the knowledge I now have on deafness will help me in supporting deaf children and also be more aware of the types of hearing aids that children may use. Also, making simple but very important changes to day-to-day support and group teaching, such as, talking clearly and not too fast and not standing in front of the sunlight which will create a shadow and make lip reading very difficult.

EP

“I am familiar with the course materials and the level of understanding required to complete the course.

Advisory Teacher

“This course has definitely improved my understanding of autistic spectrum disorder. I am applying all my new knowledge in my role as a SEND Assistant. This course has developed my understanding of meet the needs of the children I work with, the appropriate assessment tools to use and effective strategies that can be used. I really appreciate the opportunity to have taken part in this course.

Teaching Assistant

“By doing the training it focusses you on the specifics needed. It allows you to think critically and tailor interventions and make 'smart' targets for the child.

Teaching Assistant

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