Free Level 3 SEN Coordinator in Early Years Course. Study online at your own pace, so you can fit learning around your work and home life. This course is designed for Level 3 practitioners working in private, voluntary, or independent early years settings. It covers the knowledge and responsibilities of the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator role, including how to identify and support children with additional needs. The course takes around 80 minutes to complete.
Who this course is for
The Early Years Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) qualification is for a Level 3 practitioner in a private, voluntary or independent setting. All early years providers are required to have arrangements in place to identify and support childre
What you will learn
You'll understand the legal and statutory responsibilities of the early years SENCo role.
You'll learn how to identify children who may have special educational needs.
You'll explore strategies to support children with additional needs in early years settings.
You'll develop knowledge of how to work with parents, carers, and external agencies.
You'll understand how to maintain records and documentation for SEN support.
How you will learn
You'll study online and work through the course at your own pace. Assessment is based on the knowledge and understanding you demonstrate through the online learning activities. ACL Essex will confirm the specific assessment format before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. ACL Essex will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
SEN Teaching Assistant - support children with additional needs in schools or nurseries.
Nursery Practitioner - work in early years settings with a focus on inclusive practice.
Teaching Assistant - assist in classrooms, including with children who have SEN.
Early Years SENCo - take on the named co-ordinator role in a private or voluntary setting.
Early Years Educator - deliver care and learning for children aged 0 to 5.
What you could study next
Level 3 Award in Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) - deepen your knowledge of supporting children with a wider range of needs.
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator - a broader qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training - if you want to move into a training or mentoring role within early years.
