Free Level 2 Special Educational Needs and Disability Course in Lancaster. Classes run at The Centre at St Thomas' Church, part-time during the day. This free special educational needs and disability course runs for 5 weeks and is government funded. You'll build knowledge of SEND legislation, safeguarding, and how to support children and young people with additional needs. The course suits anyone who is unemployed or earning under £25,750 and lives in Lancashire, Cheshire, or Cumbria. You must be 19 years old or over and have access to a laptop, tablet, or PC.
Who this course is for
This is a great course for anyone currently looking to get into working with children who have special needs or disabilities. It is a great introduction to the SEND area. This course also suits individuals who are currently working, whether that's in education or not! Whether you are looking to gain a qualification to build up your experience or even trying to change career paths. This course is for you!
Entry requirements
Resident of Lancashire, Cheshire or Cumbria
Over 19 Years Old
Currently Unemployed or Earning Less than £25,750
Has Access to a Laptop, Tablet or PC
What you will learn
You'll explore the key legislation and policy frameworks that shape SEND provision in education.
You'll learn how to identify and understand a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
You'll develop knowledge of how to support children and young people with additional needs in a learning environment.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how they apply when working with vulnerable learners.
You'll understand how communication and interaction can be adapted to support individuals with SEND.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of those working in SEND support settings.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at The Centre at St Thomas' Church over 5 weeks. Learning is delivered face to face, with tutor-led sessions covering the core content of the qualification. Assessment is through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that you complete during or alongside the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and give feedback on your work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Centre at St Thomas' Church will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to a laptop, tablet, or PC, as stated in the entry requirements.
Where next
Jobs you could do
SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with additional needs in school
Teaching Assistant, working alongside class teachers in primary or secondary settings
Learning Support Assistant, helping individual learners access the curriculum
Midday Supervisor, supporting pupils with SEND during unstructured school time
Inclusion Support Worker, working in specialist SEND units or resource bases
Early Years Practitioner, supporting children with additional needs in nursery settings
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to move into a teaching, tutoring, or mentoring role.
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning, which deepens your classroom practice and can strengthen your application for higher-level teaching assistant roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Special Educational Needs and Disability, where available, for more specialist SEND knowledge and greater responsibility in school settings.
