Learning Outcomes

Understanding SEND

The SEND Code of Practice: 0 to 25 Years

Inclusive Practice in Early Years

Safeguarding Children with SEND

Health & Safety Legislation and Guidance

Reasonable Adjustments

Sustainable School Travel

Emergency procedures

Promoting SEND Inclusion in International Schools

Lesson Summary

In this module, we explore the importance of a more inclusive environment for children with special education needs and disabilities. We will cover the various models, laws and codes that safeguard the interests of children with SEND. We will also examine the health and safety requirements and emergency procedures for children with SEND in schools.

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Inclusion in Schools - Course assessment

This free online SEND course explains how to promote the inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream schools.

Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Inclusion in Schools

This course on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) discusses the significance of including all children in the mainstream education system. We explain how to train and sensitise teachers and make some reasonable adjustments to ensure children’s health and safety to reap the countless benefits of including children with SEND in mainstream schools. Sign up to learn how to promote inclusion and help children to reach their potential.

Definition of Autism

Diagnosing Autism

Characteristics of Autism

This module introduces you to some of the definitions of autism. You will learn about the diagnostic process of this disorder. You will also gain insight into some of the main characteristics of this disorder - communication, social interactions, behavior and learning.

Educational Methods and Strategies

Classroom Management

Development of Communication Skills

Development of Social Skills

In this module, you will learn more about specific techniques and methods used when working with autistic children. You will learn about how to individualize your approach and how to manage a classroom when you have a student with autism. You will also learn more about how to help those students develop social skills and communication skills.

Problematic Behaviors

Strategies for Behavioral Changes

Other Interventions

In this module you will learn more about how to deal with problematic behaviors students with autism sometimes exhibit. You will be given advice on what strategies and methods to use in order to develop self-control in students with autism. You will also learn more about how to encourage behavioral changes in students with autism.

Children With Autism in a School Environment - Course Assessment

Discover strategies and methods for working with students diagnosed with autism in this free online course.

Children With Autism in a School Environment

This course provides an invaluable opportunity to learn about autism. We go through the definitions and symptoms of this disorder and use examples to show you how this condition manifests in different behaviors and situations. This course also provides strategies for teaching students with autism as well as strategies used to improve their communication and social skills needed for everyday functioning and learning.

Introduction to SENCO

The SENCO and the Senior Leadership Team

SENCO’s Role in SEND Admin, Challenges and Opportunities

Topics included in this module are the SENCO's role in policy and practice, Roles and Responsibilities within the whole school SEN coordination, the SENCO and the senior leadership team and the SENCO’s role in leading and managing SEND administration, developing inclusive practice and the future SENCO role.

Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO) - Course Assessment

Learn all about SENCO, its roles, responsibilities and guiding principles and practices with this free online course.

Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCO)

A school's special educational needs coordinator is crucial in ensuring that students with disabilities and special needs receive the assistance they require. As a special educational needs coordinator, you will have a vital role in helping students overcome any learning difficulty they may be experiencing during their education, positively impacting their lives. Learn all about special educational needs coordination and enrol today.

Special Needs Education – Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Special Needs Education

Understanding Diverse Learners

Inclusive Classroom Practices

Teaching Students With Specific Needs

Behaviour Management and Social-Emotional Learning

Collaboration and Professional Development

Special Needs Education – Lesson Summary

This module focuses on teaching children with special needs and equips educators and professionals with knowledge and strategies to support diverse learners. It covers the identification of special learners, inclusive teaching, assessment, assistive technology, collaboration, and so much more.

Special Needs Education – Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn effective ways for teaching students with various learning disabilities.

Special Needs Education

Students with special needs or learning disabilities are often traumatised because of the lack of care the receive from others and mostly their teachers. Therefore, this online course helps teachers to see how to manage special learners and their various disabilities, help them to feel at home and feel loved, create a conducive learning environment for them and help them see what to do to fasten their learning processes.

Concept of Teaching Assistant

School Policies for Teaching Assistants

Curriculum and Self-Development

This module will teach you the concept of a teaching assistant, the difference between a teaching assistant and a learning support assistant, building relationships in the school team, school policies relevant to the job of a teaching assistant, assisting learning and teaching in the classroom, curriculums, and self-development.

Working as a Teaching Assistant - Course Assessment

Learn how to become a teaching assistant in this free online course that covers the relevant skills and school policies.

Working as a Teaching Assistant

The roles and duties of a teacher should be supplemented by a qualified assistant. Teaching assistants play a critical role in the classroom and perform administrative tasks. They are thus important as they allow teachers to concentrate on core educational tasks. As a teaching assistant, you need to get to know the kids and their parents should also have faith in your ability to meet their child's educational demands. Sign up to train as a TA.

Learning Support Activities and Monitoring

Observation, Assessment and Feedback

Learning Support and Developing Skills

This module will teach you everything you need to succeed as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). You will learn the processes and procedures for monitoring learning support activities (LSA), observation, assessment, and feedback. Also, you will discover ways to develop skills, adapt resources and support early language development.

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Training - Course Assessment

This free online teaching training course covers the fundamental values and roles of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Training

Children with special educational needs and impairments often work one-on-one with learning support assistants (LSAs) to ensure they can benefit from classroom life. LSAs allow a teacher to teach the class as a whole with the assurance that the students who need extra assistance are getting it. This course lays out the abilities and credentials required to assist those with various learning difficulties and explains how to meet special needs.

Introduction and Asperger's

Effective Visual Aids

In this module. you will be introduced to developmental disorders, types of developmental disorders, and Visual Aids as a vital tool in managing children living with Autism and similar disorders.

Meltdown Strategies and Self Feeding

Toilet Training with Sample Case

In this module, you will learn about meltdowns, and how to handle them with Autistic children. You will also learn about teaching important life skills, Self-feeding, and Using the toilet to children living with Autism and similar developmental disorders.

Introduction to Neurodevelopmental Approaches

Developmental Milestones and Engagement Strategies

This module introduces Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) as a concept and explains some of its guiding principles and some of its techniques. It also explains how ABA can be used to improve motor and language skills.

Cognitive and Visuospatial Skills

Generalisation in ABA Theory

This module demonstrates how ABA techniques like Chaining and Sequencing can be used to improve cognitive skills in Autistic children; and how techniques like Gradation and Patterning are used to improve visuospatial skills. It also teaches how to ensure lessons learned from ABA sessions are applied to general situations.

Inclusive Education Systems

Education and Behavioural Implications

In this module, you will see an example of an inclusive education system, and understand the need for such a system. You will also learn about the characteristics of children with developmental disorders and the common challenges they face, particularly in academic environments.

Intervention Strategies

Promoting Independence

In this module, you will learn about visual supports like visual schedules and organisational prompts, and how they are used to improve educational, social, and behavioural skills in children with Autism and similar developmental disorders. You will also learn about involving a child's peers in the support system.

Diploma on Additional Needs - Assessment

This free online course explores the treatment and management of additional needs children with developmental disorders.

Diploma on Additional Needs

This free online course will equip you with more knowledge and know-how to approach children with developmental disorders like Autism, ADHD, and anxiety disorder. We’ll explore the characteristics and common problems faced by children with such conditions. We’ll also guide you through proven techniques for managing such children in different scenarios - like Applied Behaviour Analysis, which is considered the gold standard for treating Autism.

Developing a Healthy Lifestyle

Child Safety

In this module, we will learn how to introduce and maintain a healthy lifestyle for children. Children are constantly growing and need nutrients to support their growth. A balanced diet is crucial for everyone, but much more so for a toddler. Grasp an understanding of various signs of a child that may be suffering. Providing the necessary means for security and safety can avoid harmful thoughts or self-destructive behaviour.

EYFS and Framework

EYFS Teaching Techniques

In this module, we will learn the distinct techniques a teacher can do to provide the ideal learning environment for children. Learn the two different teaching methods that help shape an effective tutor. Study how the EYFS framework plays a crucial role in a child's development. We will also view the primary responsibilities of a practitioner and provider. If you are interested in becoming an EYFS teacher, this module will consider the needed training, requirements and expected salary.

Play and Development

Special Education Needs

An EYFS framework's specific techniques are used to assess a child's development needs and capabilities that they may have, including special education needs. In this module, you will be guided to create an ideal environment for these learners. We will also learn to use creativity more effectively. Play can be used for recreation, but it can become a tool to teach serious or practical situations. These methods can help prepare a child for the many problems they may encounter in the future.

Course Assessment

Learn the strategies and techniques for teaching and caring for children with this free online childcare course.

Childcare and EYFS

Adequate childcare is vital in a child’s tender early years. Taking the time and demonstrating loving care reassures the infant that they are genuinely cared for and safe. As a child develops, it is crucial that the methods of teaching and care change and this free online course analyzes strategies and techniques for teaching and looking after children as they mature.

Problematic Behavior

Understanding Behavior

Behavior in Context

This module introduces you to some of the definitions and causes of behavioral difficulties. You will learn the behavioral difficulties present in children and what symptoms they might exhibit. Also, you will gain insight into behavioral differences between male and female students.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - ADHD

Oppositional Defiant Disorder - ODD

Conduct Disorder - CD

In this module, you will learn more about different disorders that may cause students to behave in a problematic way (ADHD, ODD, and CD).  It is important to understand that students who are diagnosed with these disorders require individualized approaches and support in order to overcome their struggles.

Redirecting Behavior - SF3R

Practices for Behavior Management

In this module, you will learn more about the Redirecting Behavior Model, known as the SF3R. This module exemplifies methodology pertinent to working with children with behavioral difficulties. You will also learn about efficacious techniques encompassing behavior redirection and classroom management.

Behavior Contracts

Anger Redirection

Depression in Children

In this module, you will learn more about specific techniques for behavior management that can be used in practice. You will learn about how Behavior Contracts can help children manage their behavior and the phases of making such a contract. You will also learn more about how to redirect anger and work with students who show signs of depression.

Behavior Difficulties in School - Course Assessment

Learn how to help students overcome various classroom behavioral problems in this free online teacher training course.

Behavior Difficulties in School

This teacher training course provides an invaluable opportunity to learn about students’ behavioral difficulties and how to overcome them. We introduce you to the potential causes and consequences of behavioral problems and then provide a deeper understanding of the correct strategies and approaches you can use to help students who struggle to control their behavior. Enroll to learn how to make your classroom a healthy learning environment.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Characteristics of Children with Autism

The Effects of Music

Music Education

Music Education and Children with Special Needs

The Effects of Music on Autism

Effect of Music on Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Music Therapy

In this module, we explore how music can be used to educate children with autism spectrum disorder. We discuss the various characteristics of autism, including sensory sensitivity, motor skills, and other factors that affect communication and development. We then examine the importance of music education for children with special needs.

Course assessment

This free online special needs education course explains how music advances childhood cognitive and social development.

Music in Education for Children With Special Needs

This special educational needs (SEN) course covers autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We discuss autism’s nature, causes and prevalence. We go through the characteristics of autism and explain how to help children acquire new skills and manage obsessive behavior. We also outline the benefits of using music as a tool for teaching and therapy, particularly for children with ASD, and describe the impact of music therapy on children with special needs.

The Concept of Early Childhood Education

Understanding Child Development

Child Development Theories and Applications

Curriculum Planning and Development

Health and Safety in Early Childhood Settings

Assessment and Evaluation in Early Childhood Education

Managing Early Childhood Education Settings

Parent-Teacher Collaboration in Early Childhood Education

This module will begin by helping you examine the role of educators in early childhood education. We will also help you find knowledge on understanding physical development. This module will provide you with the opportunity to examine the basics of language development. Finally, this module will answer questions like,  What is a curriculum?

Special Needs Education and Inclusion

Diversity and Multiculturalism in Early Childhood Education

Language and Literacy in Early Childhood

Cognitive Development and Early Learning

Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood

Technology and Digital Media in Early Childhood Education

Research and Professional Development in Early Childhood Education

This module will begin by helping you examine understanding inclusive education. We will also help you find knowledge on the principles of Inclusive and anti-bias education. This module will provide you with an understanding of emergent literacy. Finally, this module will answer questions like,  What is ●	the process of learning to read and write?

Early Childhood Studies Development and Education - Course assessment

Learn the significant theories of child development in this free online early childhood education course.

Early Childhood Studies Development and Education

Early childhood education shapes children's academic, social and emotional development. This course explains the impact of sociocultural changes on early childhood education. We identify a comparative analysis of global early childhood education practices and the implications of different cognitive approaches. This course also examines topics like implementing hygiene practices in early childhood settings and ethical considerations.

Intro to Reggio Emilia Approach

The Importance of Preschool Education

Reggio Emilia Approach

Child in Reggio Emilia Approach

The Environment in Reggio Emilia Approach

Pedagogic Documentation

Reflective Thinking and Pedagogic Documentation

Creative Thinking

Comparison with Montessori and Waldorf

In this module, we will explore Reggio Emilia's approach to preschool education as well as the factors that contribute to its success. We will next examine the role of the teachers and environment in all aspects of preschool learning as defined by the Reggio Emilia approach. In addition, we will also discuss creativity and reflective thinking.

This free online pedagogy course covers the basics of the student-centred Reggio Emilia approach to preschool education.

Preschool Education: The Reggio Emilia Approach

This course explores the Reggio Emilia approach to preschool education and its brief history. We explain how this approach defines the roles of children and teachers and study the environmental factors that play an influential role in childhood development. We also establish the importance of creativity and pedagogic documentation in this teaching model. Sign up to learn how to nurture the social and creative development of preschoolers.

Overview and Structure of EYFS

Legal Framework and Practitioner Responsibilities

Fundamentals of Child Development

Environmental Design for Learning

This module introduces the EYFS framework, its 2021 updates and their effectiveness in ensuring the holistic development of young children. You’ll learn about the primary objectives of the EYFS framework and how it is linked with ‘Development Matter’. You’ll explore the statutory components of EYFS and parents’ role in a child’s overall development

EYFS Curriculum Planning

Parental Engagement, Promoting Diversity and Inclusion

Maintaining a Safe Environment

This module teaches you how to create a play-based learning curriculum that nurtures all developmental areas of a child. You’ll learn to use learning journals, digital storytelling, and observations to track a child’s development. Explore strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of children in early childhood settings.

Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration and Leadership

Ethical Practice in EYFS

Continuous Professional Development

This module discusses the role of professional collaboration and team management in enhancing child development in EYFS settings. You’ll learn how implementing ethical and reflective practices helps ensure quality in early years settings. You’ll discover how combining reflective practice and goal-setting guides you towards career advancement.

EYFS Success: Key Childcare Strategies - Course Assessment

Unlock your childcare excellence and gain essential skills with EYFS strategies in this online course.

Childcare Training with EYFS Focus

Are you wondering how to excel in early childcare? Dive into our free course, "Childcare Training with EYFS Focus," and master everything from legal frameworks and child development to curriculum design and professional ethics. Transform your approach with our comprehensive guide to nurturing young minds. This course was reviewed and approved by a qualified subject matter expert, Hannah Harding, teacher and writer.

The Principles and Benefits of Forest School

Forest School Programme

Learning and Playing Activities in Forest School

Survival Activities in Forest School

Child Development in Eco-Friendly Forest Schooling

Safety and Risk Management

This module covers the fundamentals of forest schooling, such as its unique beliefs and ethos, benefits, and multiple activities in the woods that help children develop in various ways. You'll also learn about the environmental benefits of eco-friendly forest schooling and essential safety procedures.

Introduction to Forest Schooling - Course assessment

Learn how the forest teaching school model uses outdoor play to boost childhood development in this free online course.

Introduction to Forest Schooling

The forest school teaching model is a child-centred educational method that provides learners with inspiring, hands-on outdoor experiences. This course describes many activities offered by forest schools that use the principles of learning, playing and survival to drive childhood development. We explain how to promote children's long-term social and emotional development as they learn how to lead healthier lives and care for the environment.

Observable Behaviours and Predictable Patterns

Cognitive and Language Growth

This module covers the development and behaviour of preschoolers as well as the issues they face. Next, we discuss the most appropriate learning environments and designs for early childhood education. Following this, we discuss how language and literacy are taught in terms of principles and practices.

Learn critical factors of socio-emotional growth and development of preschool-aged children in this free online course.

Diploma in Development & Education in Early Childhood

In this course, we will delve into the distinct developmental patterns and behaviors exhibited by young children. Additionally, we will explore the crucial role that educators play in creating effective learning experiences and implementing principles that cater to the needs of young learners. We will also closely examine the intellectual and cognitive factors that contribute to language and literacy development of children.