The Role of the SENCO CPD Course

The Role of the SENCO – Short CPD Course

£32.00

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    Description

    This short SENCo course online is suitable for a SENCo in an early years setting, or a practitioner who is working towards the role. Learn about the role and responsibilities of the SENCo, early identification and intervention, strategies for supporting children and their families, and the guidance and legislation relevant to SEND.

    A SENCO, or Special Educational Needs Coordinator, is a teacher in a school who is responsible for overseeing and coordinating support for students with special educational needs (SEN). In many countries, the SENCO is a mandatory role in schools to ensure that the educational needs of all students are met effectively.

    This course is also suitable for childminders and parents/carers who want to learn more about special education provision in England.

    Advantages of this course

    • All early years providers are required to have arrangements in place to identify and support children with SEN or disabilities and to promote equality of opportunity for children in their care. This course will help learners understand special education provision in England, and the principles, guidance, and legislation that underpins the work of the SENCo
    • This Short SENCo course online will explore the strategies and techniques for supporting children and their families, including the local offer, Education Health and Care plans (EHC plans), and the graduated approach
    • The work of an early years SENCo is important, varied, and requires excellent leadership and partnership working skills – if you are interested in taking on this role then this course will outline the tasks and responsibilities that you may be expected to take on
    • Additional activities encourage you to reflect on your learning
    • There is also suggested extended reading that gives both practical information and links to websites to expand knowledge

     

    View our 5 course SENCO package

    Topics Covered

    Learning outcomes

    • You will know what is meant by Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND)
    • You will understand the importance of early identification and intervention for children with SEND
    • As a SENCo in an early years setting, you are responsible for ensuring children with SEND are getting the support they need and having their needs met. There may be times when the support the child needs is more than the early years setting can provide. This short course will describe the action you will need to take when this happens, the type of professionals you may need to work with outside of the setting, and how EHC plans work

    Entry Requirements

    Students looking to enrol onto this course should meet the following criteria:

    Be aged 16 Years or above
    Possess a solid knowledge of the English language
    Have access to a PC and the internet for the duration of the whole course
    Basic computer skills: e.g. Word processing, emailing, uploading documents etc
    Have a genuine desire to succeed

    Course Duration

    These short courses can be completed in approx 10 hours of study. This will depend on student commitment and ability. Ideal for those who are considering a career in the childcare sector or indeed qualified practitioners looking to enhance their skills in a particular topic.

    Study Method

    Students are able to complete their course purely online though our student portal. Students can expect to receive access to the student portal via email within 1 working days of enrolment being received.

    Once enrolment is received we will email you access and log in information to make a start on your chosen course.

    Assessment

    Students will progress through a series of topics online through our student portal. As students progress through the course they will complete four lots of multiple choice quiz type assessments. If you dont complete first time you can try the assessments again at no extra charge.

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