You’ll explore many different aspects of SEND, including the symptoms of specific conditions, 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.

You will complete online assessments on our EQUAL platform, with access to resources, and learner rooms, which you can complete at a time suitable for you, and you’ll be given target dates for completion. You will be expected to spend 2-3 hours per week, over approximately 20 weeks.

An assessor will be allocated to you who will provide you with guidance, and assess your work, providing developmental feedback.

You will study the following 5 mandatory units:

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

In this unit, you will explore a range of SEND conditions and the causes of these, as well as the social and medical models of disability. You will also learn about 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

You will look at equality, diversity and inclusion within the workplace, community and wider society, as well as exploring relevant legislation and guidance in relation to SEND. You will also learn about safeguarding and the legislation surrounding this, and the different types of abuse.

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

In this unit you will learn about the person-centred approach in relation to send, and the importance of active participation for individuals. You will also look at well-being and how this can be promoted.

Unit 4 Understanding SEND and learning

You will explore different learning styles and support programmes used in educational settings. You will also learn about reasonable adjustments and how Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans work.

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

You will learn about neurodiversity and self-identity, as well as how societal and cultural influences can impact on individuals with SEND. You will also look at the support available for individuals with SEND and their families, as well as the effects of stigma.

On completion of this course you will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability from TQUK.

This qualification could assist you in gaining the following employment opportunities:

• Personal Care Assistant

• Care Worker

• Nurse

Additional education opportunities include:

• Certificate in Understanding Autism, Level 2 and 3.

• Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

• Teaching Assistant¡

This course costs FREE, including exam fees.

You may be eligible for free study if you are 23 or under and this is your first full Level 2 or 3 course. Alternatively, if you are unemployed, receiving an eligible benefit, and taking the course to help you find employment.

You may also be entitled to additional financial support including course materials, uniforms, and childcare expenses depending upon your individual circumstances. Read more about Financial Support for adults.

If you would like to enquire about or enrol onto this course, please click 'Enquire’ or ‘Enrol’ at the top of the page, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you

For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk

Course code: B64101-A2A