Overview

More than 1.2 million children, or about 15% or all students in England have some kind of special educational need, SEN Teaching Assistant is one of the most in-demand professions.  

Becoming a SEN Teaching Assistant is a great option for you if you want to help children with special needs and have a fulfiling career at the same time. In this SEN Teaching Assistant course, you will explore everything about the exciting world of SEN Teaching and all the responsibilities that come with it. 

This course will give you complete and thorough training and will help kickstart your career as a SEN Teaching Assistant. Learn about SEN Teaching methodologies, the needs of the special child, how to provide SEN support and many more topics.

Highlights of the SEN Teaching Assistant :

• Get extensive knowledge about SEN and Disability, Special Education Provision and Areas of SEN
• Learn What is SEN Support?
• Learn The assess, Plan, Do, Review Cycle
• Know how to Developing Relationships and get to Know your Pupils Well
• Learn about Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) 
• Learn Classroom Strategies
• Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Learn about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 
• Learn how to develop Partnership with Parents 
• Gain knowledge about The Role of the SENCO 
• Learn about Working with Other SEN Professionals and many more

How is the course assessed?

To successfully complete the course you must pass an automated, multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is delivered through our online learning platform. You will receive the results of your assessment immediately upon completion.

Course Design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

• Video lessons
• Online study materials

Will I Receive a Certificate of Completion?

Upon successful completion, you will qualify for the UK and internationally-recognised professional qualification and you can choose to make your achievement formal by obtaining your PDF Certificate at a cost of £9 and Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

Why Study This Course

This SEN Teaching Assistant course is ideal for those who would like to become a SEN Teacher and want to help children who have special needs. There are no learning requirements or formal degrees necessary to begin this course, and it can be studied on a full-time or part-time basis.

Requirements

The SEN Teaching Assistant course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Career Path

Upon successful completion, learners will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to become a SEN Teaching Assistant and with a little bit of further training will be abe to become a SEN Teacher. The knowledge and skills you gain from this course will also help you to start a career in any form of teaching.