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SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course and Certificate*

Take Your Learning Further with Advanced Training in SEN

Provided by Oplex Careers

Summary

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Offer ends 31 May 2025
Study method
Online
Duration
24 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
24 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The online SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course from Oplex Careers aims to provide a further insight and much deeper understanding into the skills and knowledge related to your role supporting children in the learning environment with special educational needs, and more.

CPD

24 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Course Description

The online SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course will provide learners with a much deeper and thorough insight and understanding into the working with students of varying special needs. This course will discuss the physical and sensory needs of children in the learning environment from early years, up to secondary education. This course will provide a deeper insight into your role with the use of practical examples throughout the course. Whether you are familiar with key principles related to working within the SEN field, you want to get started working in a field where this knowledge is important, looking for more training, or just interested in this field of study, this course will cover a range of modules and provide multiple examples for assessment.

Course Syllabus

The SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course is split into the following modules:

    • Introduction to SEN

• Defining SEN
• SEN and Education
• Development of Understanding of SEN

    • Areas of Need

• Broad Areas of Need
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Physical and Sensory Needs

    • Learning Difficulties and Disabilities

• Learning Disabilities
• Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
• Co-Occurring Conditions

    • Behavioural Disorders and Mental Health

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Conduct Disorder and Behavioural Problems
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Mental Health in Education

    • Early Years Foundation Stage

• Early Identification
• Progress Checks
• SEN in the Early Years
• Methodology

    • Primary and Secondary Education

• Identification
• Assessment and Progress
• Supportive Measures

    • Further Education and Preparation for Adulthood

• Entering into Further Education
• Transitioning into Adulthood
• Employment and Training

    • Inclusion and Diversity

• Inclusion and Integration
• Importance of Diversity
• Issues Related to Inclusion and Diversity
• Ensuring Inclusion and Diversity

    • Behaviour Management

• Understanding Behaviour
• Dealing with Challenging Behaviour
• Use of Reasonable Force

    • Assessment

• Methods of Assessment
• Setting Goals

    • Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator

• The Role of the SENCO
• Duties and Responsibilities
• Area SENCOs

    • Legislation and Principles

• Rights and Equality
• SEN Principles

  • Final Assessment

Assessment

To assess the learners ability and knowledge to effectively understand the topics contained within the SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course, the course features a number of end of module interactive quiz questions.

Additionally, at the end of the course learners will also take an online multiple choice assessment test. This online multiple choice test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course.

Certificate

On successful completion of this SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course. This certificate will be produced in PDF format, hard copies of the certificate will be available at an additional fee of £9.99.

Course Format

This course is delivered online through eLearning. Learners of the course will receive instant access to our interactive student learning portal, which offers 24/7 access to the SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course.

Course Duration

The online SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course requires 24 hours to complete the course in full. This is only a guide to the learning hours required and it depends on how quickly an individual can absorb the information. The learning is online so it can be spread out over multiple sessions or done in one session.

Learners will have access to this course for up to 12 months from the date of joining. There is no time limit to complete the course during this period.

Tutor Support

When you are studying a course it is always useful to know that you have the help and support of tutors that want you to succeed in your studies.

As part of the SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course you will receive access to our dedicated tutor support service. The academic tutors will be able to provide you with unlimited online email support to help answer any questions that you may have whilst you are studying the course.

Course Compatibility

Our SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course is fully compatible with PC’s, Mac’s, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices.

We know that more and more people are using the web whilst they are on the move, so we have designed this SEN Higher Level 5 Advanced Course to be fully compatible across tablet and smartphone devices. You will be able to access the same content from the course, just over a 3G or 4G network whilst on the move.

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Rana asked:

Hi, Can you please advise on any course that would allow me to have a degree in SEND education. I'm told I need level 5. Kindly clarify

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. This is not a formal qualification such as an undergraduate degree.

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tracey asked:

hi i was wondering i live in Scotland will it be recognised the certificate when i finish the course .I want get a degree in special needs

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. This course is not a degree, or formal qualification. Many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer.

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Rana asked:

Is there a pre-requisite for this course?

Answer:

There are no pre-requisites to starting this course. With our Exam Pass Guarantee, full tutor support, and interactive training materials, you are sure to succeed in your course and receive your accredited certificate on completion. Thanks

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fola asked:

is it available for international applicants?

Answer:

Yes. We have many online student who are studying the course internationally. So you are more than welcome to join the course.

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Yiannis asked:

Can I work as a SENCO after completing this course? I have a Ba in primary education from University of Aegean Greece (4 years of studies 150 credits

Answer:

While this course alone does not guarantee a particular job, many of our learners use this course and certificate to support job applications as well as helping them move into further training required by their employer.

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Aamir asked:

I Live in Pakistan, so can I do this course from here?

Answer:

Yes absolutely. As long as you have a device with internet access you can register online and our team will send over your details same working day. Looking forward to working with you soon!

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C asked:

Hi Is this a recognised qualification and do you receive a certificate once completed? Thanks

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited which is training related to professional development and is recognised by schools and employers across the UK. Once you have completed your course and Final Assessment, our team will process and send your certificate to you via email, included with your course.

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Jane asked:

Can I teach in a sn school with this

Answer:

This course is CPD Accredited, so while this does not guarantee one particular job, many of our learners do use this course and certificate to support job applications. You can also use this to help move on into further training that be required once you are working in a school. Hope this helps. Thanks

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