Level 3 Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators in Early Years Settings Course in Westminster. Classes run at Lisson Grove Centre, part-time over 6 days. This special educational needs co-ordinators in early years settings qualification builds the knowledge and skills to support children with SEND and those with English as an additional language (EAL) in early years settings. You'll cover the SENCO role and responsibilities, and strategies for supporting children and families. Concessions are available for learners on a low income or receiving applicable benefits.
Who this course is for
This course will enable learners to acquire the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to develop additional specialist competence with education and early years. It will help practitioners to understand their responsibilities to children with special educational needs (SEND) and children who have English as an additional language (EAL).
Entry requirements
The course is open to all applicants.
What you will learn
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of a SENCO in early years settings.
You'll explore strategies and techniques for supporting children with SEND from birth to age 5.
You'll learn how to support children who have English as an additional language (EAL).
You'll develop knowledge of your legal and professional responsibilities toward children and families.
You'll build specialist competence in early years education and SEND practice.
How you will learn
Classes are taught face to face at Lisson Grove Centre. The course covers two mandatory units. You'll need regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection to complete elements of the course. Once enrolled, you'll get access to Microsoft Office 365 and can download a free copy of Microsoft Office. An initial assessment and interview may be used to confirm the course is the right fit for you.
What you will need to bring
You'll need regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection. You'll also need to bring evidence of your English certificates (Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent) when you enrol. Lisson Grove Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Early Years SENCO. Co-ordinate SEND support in a nursery or early years setting.
Nursery Practitioner. Work with children from birth to 5 in a nursery setting.
SEN Teaching Assistant. Support children with special educational needs in school.
Teaching Assistant. Assist in early years or primary school classrooms.
EAL Support Worker. Help children and families where English is an additional language.
What you could study next
Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma. A broader early years qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. A step toward teaching roles in further education or training settings.
Level 5 SEND qualifications. For those wanting to deepen specialist knowledge in special educational needs and disability.
