Sen Teaching Assistant

Supporting the Unique Needs of Every Child: The Role of an SEN Teaching Assistant

What you'll learn

Demonstrate knowledge of the different types of special educational needs

Show an awareness of the learning difficulties associated with each SEN

Apply teaching methodologies and strategies learned in this course within a classroom context

Provide learning support that is tailored to each individual pupil’s needs

Identify the different types of social, emotional and mental health difficulties

Set individual learning targets for students with special educational needs

Requirements

No formal requirements needed to do this course

Description

The SEN Teaching Assistant course is designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and credentials to become successful SEN teaching assistants, supporting the learning and development of children and young people with special educational needs.|Pupils with SEN have a harder time developing mentally, socially and emotionally, which is why SEN teaching assistants play an important role in helping them to reach their full potential. This course will equip you with in-demand skills required to assist pupils with learning difficulties, taking you through fundamental teaching methodologies.You will learn how to provide learning support that is tailored to each individual’s needs, deepening your knowledge of the obstacles to learning associated with each disorder. This course includes case studies and practical exercises to give you knowledge that can be applied in a real-world context, preparing you for a rewarding future in the teaching industry.To be a successful SEN Teaching Assistant, you should have a caring and patient nature, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of each child. You will need to be able to work effectively as part of a team and be committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs or disabilities.

Overview

Section 1: Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview

Lecture 1 Special Education Needs (SEN) An Overview

Section 2: SEN Support

Lecture 2 SEN Support

Section 3: High Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN

Lecture 3 High Quality Teaching for Pupils with SEN

Section 4: SEN Teaching Methodologies

Lecture 4 SEN Teaching Methodologies

Section 5: Communication and Interaction

Lecture 5 Communication and Interaction

Section 6: Cognition and Learning

Lecture 6 Cognition and Learning

Section 7: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties

Lecture 7 Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties

Section 8: Sensory or Physical Needs

Lecture 8 Sensory or Physical Needs

Section 9: Working in Partnership

Lecture 9 Working in Partnership

Individuals who desire to pursue a career in the teaching sector,Existing professionals who wish to enhance their skills and abilities,Anyone interested to know more about SEN