Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO) Course Level 2 is a CPD-accredited qualification, providing foundational knowledge and practical skills to support children with special educational needs and promote inclusive learning in schools.
Save 93.18 % - NEW YEAR SALE
Or
1 Year Access 
Level 2 - Certificate
682 Students 
9 hours, 58 minutes 
Get access to 5000+ courses including this for
SENCO Assistant Course Online provides structured training for those who want to support children with special educational needs in schools. It is designed for aspiring assistants and non-teaching staff who wish to understand how SEN provision works and how to contribute effectively to inclusive education.
Learners cover SEN roles and responsibilities, child development, learning difficulties including autism, dyslexia and ADHD, classroom support techniques, behaviour management, safeguarding, and working in partnership with teachers and parents. Each section builds knowledge that can be applied directly in educational contexts.
The course includes interactive lessons and assessments to strengthen understanding. Learners are guided step by step through practical strategies for supporting children and collaborating with teachers and SEN coordinators.
On completion, a CPD-accredited certificate is awarded, supporting progression into roles such as SENCO assistant, teaching assistant with SEN responsibilities, or support worker in education and childcare.
Extra Included: +
You will take a multiple-choice exam. The exam is automatically marked by our system and will test your understanding of the course content. A minimum score of 60% is required to pass. Once you pass, you will qualify for a CPD-certified certificate.
A deeper understanding of the SENCO Assistant course can be gained by completing an assignment at the end. This can be submitted at any time, and a tutor will review your work and provide feedback.
After successfully completing the SENCO Assistant Course assessment, you will qualify for a CPD accredited certificate from One Education to showcase your achievement.
The certificate is available in two formats: a PDF version, which can be obtained for £9, and a printed hard copy, which can be delivered to you by post for £15.
In the UK, over 1.5 million pupils are identified as having special educational needs, and schools increasingly require trained assistants to support them.
SENCO assistants play a vital role in inclusive education by helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential. Demand for trained support staff is high, with opportunities in schools, childcare centres, and community organisations.
Completing this training not only provides valuable knowledge but also opens pathways to rewarding roles in education. A CPD-accredited certificate further enhances employability and demonstrates your commitment to supporting children with SEN.
The SENCO Assistant Course requirements are straightforward and flexible. Anyone aged 16 or older, with basic literacy skills and a genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs, can enrol. The training is delivered fully online and can be accessed from any internet-enabled device, including laptops, tablets and smartphones, allowing learners to study conveniently from shome.
The SENCO Assistant Course has a total study time of 9 hours and 58 minutes. Learners can progress through the materials at a pace that suits their schedule, completing the training in a timeframe that best matches their availability and level of commitment.
A SENCO oversees the overall planning and coordination of special educational needs provision, while an Assistant SENCO supports by carrying out strategies and managing daily tasks.
Non-teaching staff can assist by monitoring pupil progress, delivering interventions, supporting classroom inclusion, and working closely with teachers, parents, and the SENCO to meet individual needs.
Yes, there are SENCO training programmes tailored for assistants and support workers, focusing on practical strategies, inclusive education, and understanding learning difficulties.
For Assistant SENCO positions, formal teaching qualifications are not always required. Most roles value CPD-accredited training, relevant SEN knowledge, and experience working with children.
Some schools, local authorities, or organisations may fund training for staff who take on SEN responsibilities. Non-educators can access this support through workplace sponsorship or CPD funding opportunities.
A fully qualified SENCO in UK schools is usually a trained teacher with additional SENCO training. Non-teachers, however, can pursue roles such as Assistant SENCO or SEN support staff with the right training and experience.
Craig Coopland-Lee
📍 GB
The course material was easy to understand and the final exam was great.
| SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordination) Training Online - Updated Version | |||
| Module 1: Introduction to SEN Co-ordination | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 2: The SENCO Role in Policy and Practice | 00:11:00 | ||
| Module 3: Roles and Responsibilities within whole School SEN Co-ordination | 00:14:00 | ||
| Module 4: Supporting Teaching and Learning | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 5: The SENCO and the Senior Leadership Team | 00:16:00 | ||
| Module 6: Supporting Colleagues and working with Professionals and Organisations beyond the School | 00:27:00 | ||
| Module 7: Developing Relationship with Pupils and Parents | 00:21:00 | ||
| Module 8: SENCO’s Role in Leading and Managing SEND Administration | 00:19:00 | ||
| Module 9: Challenges and Opportunities | 00:18:00 | ||
| Module 10: Developing Inclusive Practice and the Future SENCO Role | 00:15:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam – SENCO – Special Educational Needs Coordination Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam – SENCO – Special Educational Needs Coordination Course | 00:20:00 | ||
| SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordination) Training Online - Old Version | |||
| Module 1: Introduction to SENCO Training | |||
| Module 1: Introduction to SENCO Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 2: Statutory and Regulatory Context for SEN | |||
| Module 2: Statutory and Regulatory Context for SEN | 01:00:00 | ||
| Module 3: Principles and Practice of Leadership in Different Contexts | |||
| Module 3: Principles and Practice of Leadership in Different Contexts | 00:45:00 | ||
| Module 4: How SEN and Disabilities Affect Pupils’ Participation and Learning | |||
| Module 4: How SEN and Disabilities Affect Pupils’ Participation and Learning | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 5: Strategies for Improving the Performance of the Pupils with SEN | |||
| Module 5: Strategies for Improving the Performance of the Pupils with SEN | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 6: Whole-school Planning and Organisation | |||
| Module 6: Whole-school Planning and Organisation | 00:45:00 | ||
| Module 7: Assessment | |||
| Module 7: Assessment | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 8: Teamwork for SEN: Roles and Functions | |||
| Module 8: Teamwork for SEN: Roles and Functions | 01:00:00 | ||
| Module 9: Planning for Individual Students with SEN | |||
| Module 9: Planning for Individual Students with SEN | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 10: Teaching and Learning in the Inclusive School | |||
| Module 10: Teaching and Learning in the Inclusive School | 00:45:00 | ||
| Trustpilot Review | |||
| Trustpilot Review | 00:00:00 | ||
With a team of industry professionals producing and delivering our course content, you can be sure the skills and knowledge you learn are applicable to your career aspirations, whether that’s in management, administration or beyond.
Take All courses for £49