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SENCO - Essential Skills
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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
2 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - £18.99
Assessment details
  • SENCO - Essential Skills (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

This SENCO - Essential Skills course is designed for those interested in or who are currently in a SENCO role in the early years setting.

This SENCO - Essential Skills qualification provides learners with a thorough understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Special Educational Needs Coordinator in early years setting. Learn about the strategies and techniques for assisting children and their families and gain in-depth knowledge of SEN codes of practice.

The purpose of this course is to help learners progress to further and higher education and develop new practical skills in health and social care.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this SENCO - Essential Skills course, the learner will be able to:

  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Special Educational Needs Coordinator in the early years setting.
  • Understand the strategies and techniques for supporting children and their families.
  • Increase knowledge of SEN codes of practice.

Courses are included in this SENCO - Essential Skills Course

  • Course 01: SENCO - Essential Skills
  • Course 02: Nursery Nurse Course
  • Course 03: Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

***Other Benefits of this course ***

  • Free 3 PDF Certificate
  • Access to Content - Lifetime
  • Exam Fee - Totally Free
  • Free Retake Exam

[ Note: Free PDF certificate as soon as completing the course ]

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - £18.99

Download your free PDF certificate instantly after completion. If you prefer a printed copy, we can courier it to you for £18.99.

Assessment details

SENCO - Essential Skills

Included in course price

Course media

Description

Detailed course curriculum

Module 1: Roles and Responsibilities of the Special Educational Needs Coordinator in the Early Years

  • Understand the principles, statutory guidance and legislation underpinning practice for children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) in an early years setting
  • Understand the role of the Early Years Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
  • Understand partnership working for the Early Years SENCo
  • Understand early identification and action for children with SEND

Module 2: Strategies and Techniques for Supporting Children and Families

  • Understand the graduated approach in an early years setting
  • Understand English as an additional language (EAL)
  • Understand Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans

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***Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner

Course Curriculum

  • Module 01: Roles and Responsibilities of the Early Years Practitioner
  • Module 02: Health and Safety of Babies and Young Children in the Early Years
  • Module 03: Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Early Years Settings
  • Module 04: Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Babies and Young Children in Early Years Settings
  • Module 05: Understand How to Support Children’s Development
  • Module 06: Support Care Routines for Babies and Young Children
  • Module 07: Support the Planning and Delivery of Activities, Purposeful Play Opportunities and Educational Programmes
  • Module 08: Promote Play in an Early Years Setting
  • Module 09: Support Well-being of Babies and Young Children for Healthy Lifestyles
  • Module 10: Support Babies and Young Children to be Physically Active
  • Module 11: Support the Needs of Babies and Young Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability
  • Module 12: Promote Positive Behaviour in Early Years Settings
  • Module 13: Partnership Working in the Early Years
  • Module 14: Support Children’s Transition to School

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***Nursery Nurse Course

Course Curriculum

  • Module 01: An Overview of Nursery Nurse
  • Module 02: Recognizing Children’s Growth and Development
  • Module 03: Observation and Assessment of Children in Early Childhood Settings
  • Module 04: How to Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Practice in Early Years of Learning
  • Module 05: Safeguarding and Protecting Young Children
  • Module 06: Ensuring Health and Safety of Children in the Early Years
  • Module 07: The Essence of Nutrition and Healthy Food for Children
  • Module 08: Importance of Play and Learning in Children’s Education
  • Module 09: Ways of Working with Children Having Special Needs
  • Module 10: Working in Partnership with Parents and Carers

Assessment Method

After completing each module of the SENCO - Essential Skills, you will find automated MCQ quizzes. To unlock the next module, you need to complete the quiz task and get at least 60% marks. Once you complete all the modules in this manner, you will be qualified to request your certification.

Certification

After completing the MCQ/Assignment assessment for this SENCO - Essential Skills course, you will be entitled to a Certificate of Completion from Training Tale. It will act as proof of your extensive professional development.

Who is this course for?

This SENCO - Essential Skills course is ideal for those already working in a SENCO role as part of their Early Years Practitioner role or interested in doing so. This course is also suitable for childminders.

Requirements

There are no specific requirements for this SENCO - Essential Skills course because it does not require any advanced knowledge or skills.

Students who intend to enrol in this course must meet the following requirements:

  • Good command of the English language
  • Must be vivacious and self-driven
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • A minimum of 16 years of age is required

Career path

This SENCO - Essential Skills course is appropriate for those who want to work in the following fields:

  • Health and social care
  • Childhood studies
  • Community, youth and families
  • Social work
  • Early years
  • Primary teaching
  • Nursing

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