Free Level 3 Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators in Early Years Settings Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College. Part-time daytime classes make it manageable alongside other commitments. Over around 3 months, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to support children with special educational needs in nursery and early years settings. The course covers the SENCO role, inclusive practice, and working with families and professionals. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll understand the role and responsibilities of a SENCO in early years settings.
You'll learn how to identify and support children with a range of special educational needs.
You'll explore inclusive practice and how to adapt provision for individual children.
You'll develop skills in working with parents, carers, and external professionals.
You'll understand the legal and statutory frameworks that govern SEN support in early years.
You'll learn how to contribute to Education, Health and Care plans and other documentation.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Bedford College. Learning is assessed through written assignments and practical tasks that relate to early years settings. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and competence. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College 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 primary classrooms, including SEN support.
Early Years SENCO: take on the co-ordinator role in a nursery or pre-school.
Early Years Educator: deliver learning and care for children aged 0 to 5.
Family Support Worker: work with families of children with additional needs.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: a broader qualification that deepens your early years practice and is recognised in statutory staffing ratios.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services: suited to those moving into management or senior SENCO roles.
Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies: a higher education route for those wanting to develop specialist knowledge further.
