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Did you know we also offer a range of short online courses in SEND? Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants and even parents and carers, our short, self paced courses are available to everyone to access for free.

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Autism for Parents

An introductory understanding of autism for parents and carers.

Optional certificate £25 5 hrs Find out more
Free
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Learning Theory

An introduction to the Learning Theories in education and how learning takes place.

Optional certificate £25 5 hrs Find out more
Free
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SEND Code of Practice 2015

Making the SEND Code of Practice more accessible for education professionals.

Optional certificate £25 5 hrs Find out more
Free
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Understanding ADHD

This short course is aimed to support the parents and carers of children with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Optional certificate £25 5 hrs Find out more
Free
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Working in Partnership with Parents

Understanding the needs, issues, and requirements for support of the parents and carers of children with SEND.

Optional certificate £25 5 hrs Find out more

Testimonials

I have been able to use a lot of information on dealing with my deaf student and his abilities, arranged for time out and quiet time, as I have understood the background noise issue and now appreciate how hard it can be. I have recommended this website to two friends who I used to work with, who are now in Primary schools and have put forward suggestions from this course, even something as simple as where to seat the learner. Thank you for extending the course for me, I am so pleased I was able to complete it.

Teaching Assistant

Deafness (Further Education)

I feel I have gained a much better understanding working with deaf children although I felt confident working with my pupil I feel now that I would be able to support other staff within school and give advice [to new teachers] when MG moves up the school.

Teaching Assistant

Deafness

The first section of the course with information about hearing loss and levels, the different types of hearing aid equipment and ways of assessing was useful and interesting. The case studies were interesting to watch and to hear the opinions and thoughts of young deaf people, however, I found this section to be less relevant to my role. The children in the examples were all older and more capable, whereas many of the deaf children we see have more complex needs. However, I did find it particularly useful in this instance to hear the parents’ views and to be reminded of how overwhelming it can all be at this stage and the number of professionals involved within a child's life. It has made me think about the environment in home visits and currently video calls, and the importance of joint visiting with specialist teachers and working together.

Other Position

Deafness

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

Autism

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