Course Summary
Within the education sector, there should also be a strong focus on providing adequate SEN education and care. It is essential for the learning environment to feel inclusive and provide the right education to all students, regardless of any disabilities, conditions or learning disabilities. Without SEN consideration, disabled students are at a much higher disadvantages than non-disabled students, and it will be much more difficult for them to succeed.
SEN education comes in many different forms, and as an education organisation, it is vital for these to be correctly managed. One of the main considerations for SEN education is the resources the school has available to provide SEN aid. SEN students often require additional attention and time from teachers and specialised equipment to lessen the disadvantage they are placed at. The responsibility falls onto the education provider to ensure they can meet these needs.
Not only are educational facilities obligated to meet student’s educational needs, but they also take on the responsibility on ensuring the student reminds safe during school and at home. Safeguarding is the process of ensuring student safety, particularly for SEN students as they are considered vulnerable individuals. Employees within the educational organisation must look out for signs of danger surrounding the student and raise any concerns to the correct individual and follow safeguarding procedures.
During this course, you’ll learn:
To understand the importance of SEN education within an educational facility.
To recognise the consequences of providing poor SEN education.
To explore different equipment that can be used to aid in classroom learning for SEN students.
To examine various methods and techniques that modify the way information is presented to aid in learning.
To building strong relationships with SEN students based upon trust and openness.
To assess the process of safeguarding and how to best protect SEN students.
To research and comprehend different disabilities commonly faced within education to understand how to provide the best education and care.
This course is designed for anyone within the education sector that is responsible or involved in SEN education. It would be most beneficial for:
SEN Managers
Operations Managers
SEN Teachers/Teaching Assistants
Heads of Departments
Headteachers
Safeguarding Managers
HR Personnel
Subject/Course Leaders
This course uses a variety of adult learning styles to aid full understanding and comprehension. Participants will review case studies of established organisations who have extensive SEN functions in place to highlight effective methods, safeguarding procedures, and potential areas for improvement.
They will partake in a variety of learning methods, including presentations, open discussions, individual activities, and roleplaying activities. This combination of learning methods will guarantee a full understanding of the taught content and related skills. Furthermore, the group activities will allow the participants to demonstrate their new knowledge and offer and receive constructive feedback from their peers.
Course Content & Outline
Section 1
Fundamentals of SEN Education
Defining what SEN education is and its purpose within education.
How Sen education fits into the typical educational system and functions.
Common disabilities and learning disabilities found within education and ideal methods to aid in learning.
Ensuring schools and classrooms are physically accessible to all students.
Reviewing the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and how this applies to schools.
Section 2
Managing SEN Provisions
Calculating the cost of providing SEN provisions – teaching assistants and specialised equipment.
Implementing a EHC plan to help manage a student’s educational goals and methods to meet the desired outcome.
Conducting audits to identify teachers who are capable of effectively differentiating lesson plans, and those who lack the ability.
Managing TAs accordingly depending on SEN student needs at a particular time.
Section 3
Engaging with SEN
Providing 1-on-1 support to those who require additional attention and help while learning.
Communicating in an empowering manner to encourage learning and development.
Building relationships based upon trust and respect.
Allowing the opportunity for independent learning and intervening only when necessary.
Navigating situations where SEN students are resistant to help.
Section 4
Ensuring Inclusion
Utilising audits to identify where SEN support may be lacking, particularly for specific disabilities.
Providing specialised training for specific conditions or seeking out new hires readily skilled and experienced in certain disabilities.
Organising time for SEN providers to communicate directly with student’s caretakers to better discuss methods of help and care.
Researching different disabilities to gain a better understanding of how to communicate and bond.
Section 5
Safeguarding
The importance of safeguarding SEN students.
Identifying indicators that could suggest the student is facing probable harm.
Following procedures when it’s believed the student is at risk.
Ensuring the educational environment is completely safe from harmful individuals.
Supporting individuals outside of school hours through safeguarding procedures.
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