Free Level 2 Special Educational Needs and Disability Course in Northallerton. Classes run at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. The course runs over six months, making it manageable alongside family or work commitments. You'll build knowledge of SEND to support children and young people in educational settings, whether you're already working in a school or looking to develop your understanding. The course covers how different needs affect learning and how to provide effective support.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area whether to support family or as addional qualification to support their role.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll explore the range of special educational needs and disabilities and how they affect learning.
You'll understand the legal frameworks and policies that shape SEND support in education.
You'll learn how to support learners with different needs in a classroom or educational setting.
You'll develop knowledge of communication strategies used with children and young people with SEND.
You'll examine the roles of professionals involved in supporting learners with SEND.
You'll understand how to promote inclusion and positive outcomes for learners with additional needs.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and written assignments. Assessment is through coursework and written tasks that test your knowledge of SEND principles and practice. There are no formal exams. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
SEN Teaching Assistant: support pupils with additional needs in schools.
Teaching Assistant: assist teachers across primary or secondary settings.
Learning Support Assistant: work one-to-one or in small groups with SEND pupils.
SEND Support Worker: provide targeted support in specialist or mainstream schools.
Inclusion Support Assistant: help schools meet their inclusion and SEND duties.
Early Years SEND Practitioner: support young children with additional needs in nursery settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a step toward teaching or training roles in further education.
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: deepens your classroom support skills and is widely used by teaching assistants seeking more responsibility.
Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce: broadens your knowledge across children's services and care settings.
Level 3 NVQ in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a work-based qualification for those already employed in a school.
