Course Overview
The SEN Teaching Assistant course provides learners with essential knowledge, practical strategies, and professional skills required to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This comprehensive programme focuses on inclusive education practices, safeguarding, communication, and effective classroom support to help learners thrive in educational environments.
This course is ideal for individuals who want to work or currently work in schools, special education settings, childcare environments, or support roles assisting students with additional learning needs.
By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:
Understand the role and responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant
Support students with diverse learning needs and disabilities
Apply inclusive teaching and classroom support strategies
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Use effective communication techniques with students and staff
Understand safeguarding and child protection principles
Support learning through personalised educational approaches
This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:
(Exact course content may vary depending on training provider requirements.)
This course is suitable for:
No prior experience is required.
Introduction to Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Roles and Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant
Supporting Inclusive Learning Environments
Behaviour Management and Emotional Support
Communication Skills and Classroom Collaboration
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Supporting Individual Learning Plans
The course is delivered through fully online learning materials, interactive modules, and instructor-guided content. Learners can study at their own pace using laptops, tablets, or smartphones, with access to audio-supported lessons and continuous learning support.
Assessment is typically knowledge-based and may include:
Successful learners may progress to:
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an accredited SEN Teaching Assistant certificate. Instant digital certification is provided, with optional printed certificates available. The qualification demonstrates professional knowledge and readiness to support learners with special educational needs in educational settings.
This course is CPD accredited and designed to provide up-to-date skills, practical knowledge, and recognised training to enhance career opportunities in the education sector.
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£125.00
Easy to follow and relevant information. Option to re-do quizzes was great too.
4 months agoGot way more than I expected with this course. Extremely detailed. You're able to engage in the modules as much or as little as your time availability. I highly recommend.
4 months agoThe course was very in-depth, informative and covered quite a wide variety of subjects.
4 months ago