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SENCO - Special Educational Needs Coordination Level 5
Thames College

Level 5 QLS Endorsed Course | Voiceover & Visual Elements Included | Instant Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
384 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
150 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • PDF Certificate - £2.99
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £8.99
  • QLS Certificate - £139
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Many school leaders currently struggle to co-ordinate special educational needs provision effectively. Consequently, staff may feel unsupported and pupils might not receive the right help. Furthermore, changing policies and increased administrative duties often overwhelm existing systems. This course directly addresses these pressures by providing a clear and structured pathway through the SENCO role.

Our SENCO programme offers you the definitive framework for success. The course systematically guides you from core principles to advanced leadership strategies. For instance, you will learn to embed SEND policy into daily school practice. Moreover, you will build a cohesive approach that involves your entire school team.

You will gain the confidence to lead provision and to manage complex responsibilities. The modules first establish your foundational knowledge. Then they progress to develop your skills in supporting teaching, leading staff and working with external agencies. Simultaneously, you will learn to manage key relationships with pupils, parents and senior leaders.

Learning Outcomes

  • Implement whole-school SEND policies and co-ordinate effective provision.
  • Lead teaching staff and manage productive relationships with external professionals.
  • Guide pupils and parents through the Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan process.
  • Manage SEND administration and use resources to support inclusion.
  • Develop inclusive practice and adapt the SENCO role for future needs.

Achievement

Certificates

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

150 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This SENCO qualification provides a comprehensive journey through the strategic and operational heart of special educational needs coordination. The curriculum begins by establishing a firm foundation, exploring the core principles of the role within the legislative and policy framework. It meticulously outlines the SENCO’s pivotal responsibilities in shaping inclusive whole-school practice, supporting teaching staff, and managing effective provision. This includes critical modules on leading administration, collaborating with senior leaders, and building supportive networks with external professionals, families, and the pupils themselves.

The programme then progresses to examine the broader leadership and development aspects of the position. Participants will engage with the challenges and opportunities inherent in driving forward inclusion, focusing on how to mentor colleagues and foster a culture of high-quality teaching for all learners. The course culminates by looking to the future, empowering SENCOs to critically reflect on and develop their practice to lead sustainable, inclusive education within their settings, ensuring they are equipped not only for today's demands but also for the evolving landscape of SEND.

Disclaimer

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

This course suits teachers aspiring to become a SENCO. It also benefits current SENCOs who require formal certification. Additionally, members of school leadership teams overseeing inclusion will find it valuable.

Requirements

This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is —

  • A smart device with a stable internet connection
  • A keen interest in the topic
  • And being over the age of 16.

Career path

Successful completion leads to the recognised SENCO qualification. This role is a statutory requirement in English schools. Subsequently, it positions you for advancement to Assistant Head or Inclusion Manager positions. Furthermore, it opens opportunities in local authority SEND advisory services.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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