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Free SEND Course in Worcester

CostFREE
Duration16 weeks
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Free SEND Course in Worcester. Classes run at Fairfield Learning Centre, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. This is a free Skills Bootcamp of up to 16 weeks, part-time during the day. It covers supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities in school settings. To apply, you need to be aged 19 or over, have the right to work in the UK, and live in England. Once you complete the course, you'll be offered an interview with an employer.

Who this course is for

Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, for people looking for a new role or job opportunity. You will be offered an interview with an employer once you complete your course. If you claim Universal Credit, you can apply and continue to claim benefits.

You may be eligible to apply for a Skills Bootcamp if you:

  • are aged 19 or over,
  • have the right to work in the UK,
  • live in England,
  • meet residency requirements (we can check this).

Some Skills Bootcamps have additional eligibility criteria, including home postcode. Contact us to check if you're eligible and to apply for the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of special educational needs and disabilities in educational settings.
  • You'll learn strategies to support pupils with a range of SEND needs.
  • You'll understand how to work alongside teachers and other school staff.
  • You'll explore how to adapt support to individual learners.
  • You'll build awareness of relevant legislation and school policies around SEND.

How you will learn

Learning is blended. You'll study some content online in your own time and attend sessions at Fairfield Learning Centre during the day. The course runs part-time over up to 16 weeks. Assessment methods will be confirmed by the centre before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Fairfield Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • SEN Teaching Assistant - supporting pupils with SEND in primary or secondary schools
  • Teaching Assistant - general classroom support across year groups
  • SEND Support Worker - one-to-one or small group work with pupils
  • Learning Support Assistant - helping students access lessons and activities
  • Inclusion Support Assistant - working within specialist SEND teams in schools

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training - useful if you want to move into a training or mentoring role.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification - a step up for those working in schools who want to take on more responsibility.
  • Level 3 SEND Specialist Support - deepens knowledge for those working specifically with pupils with complex needs.
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