Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability - eLearning - applications (SDSENDAL/23)
Online Course

Course details

Would you like more knowledge and understanding of Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Whether you work within the voluntary or community sector, wish to progress into employment in education or health and social care settings, have an interest in gaining further awareness of the subject or want another qualification to add to your CV then this course could be for you

On this course you will be equipped with a detailed understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal Tutor and a Learner Support Advisor. To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve 5 mandatory units.

The benefits of this course include:

  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification
  • Establish a long-standing career pathway within the education or health and social care sectors
  • This course is delivered via distance learning, allowing you to choose when and where you study
  • Increase your awareness of SEND and be able to better support individuals with SEND in your everyday life and in a work setting
  • Study will enhance both your personal skills and professional development

What will I learn?

This qualification is designed for anyone looking to develop their understanding of special education needs and disabilities (SEND). You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of key principles.

This course will equip you with a detailed understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including equality and diversity in the context of SEND and legislation and guidance that helps promote this. You will also look at how a person-centred approach can benefit individuals living with SEND, how SEND conditions can affect learning and how to support those living with SEND and their families.

Upon successful completion of the course you will know how to:

  • Introduction to special education needs and disability
  • Living with Special Education Needs and Disabilities
  • Principles of promoting person centred approach for individuals with SEND
  • Understand Equality and Diversity in context of SEND
  • Understanding SEND and learning

What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?

At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very first time you contact us, to the day you achieve your goals.

If you choose to join this Level 2 self-directed eLearning course you’ll be supported by our dedicated staff throughout your learning journey and will receive support and feedback from your assessor at each stage of your learning.

During your learning your assessor and our support staff will keep in touch with you give you advice to support you with your next steps and they’ll also tell you about all of the other learning opportunities that you have access to, including help with developing your maths and English skills, joining one of our creative skills classes or sessions to improve your health, wellbeing, confidence or resilience. If you are looking for work or aiming for a change of role, then we will also make you aware of the employability programmes we have available to support you in achieving your employment goals.

Our team will be there to support you at every step of your journey and we always welcome your feedback to help us ensure that you feel safe, happy, supported and welcome.

What do I need to join the course?

To join this course you shoud:

  • have achieved a Level 2 English qualification.
  • be Able to commit 10-14 hours per week to your learning and work submission.
  • have access to a computer/laptop and have a stable internet connection.
  • have a word-processing application (such as Microsoft Word) for submitting work.
  • have a notepad and a pen for making notes.
  • you will speak to one of our Advisors prior to enrolling on the course.

Don’t worry if you don’t meet all of the entry requirements. Please contact us, as we may be able to offer additional support and guidance, depending on your circumstances.

What do I need to provide for the first session?

You don’t need to have any experience of Special Educational Needs and Disability, just an interest in the subject and the personal commitment needed to complete the course in your own time.

What could I do next?

This course does not naturally lead onto a longer course, however if you feel that you need more support in this area, our mental toughness and resilience course, the Level 2 certificate in Awareness of mental health problems may be the right next step for you.

You might like to develop your employability skills to help you to apply for a job or to progress within your current workplace; our range of short employability courses can help you to write or update your CV, search for team leadership jobs or to develop your interview skills so you can apply for jobs with confidence.

You may decide to improve your skills or work towards a qualification in English, maths or IT, or you may wish to consider further self-directed qualifications.

Alternatively, you may decide to learn about counselling, neurodiversity or speaking confidently in public. You could also choose to explore our wider course offer, which includes topics such as photography, arts and crafts and mindfulness.

Can we help you to learn?

You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.