Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) – E-Learning Package

Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) - Online Training Package - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited. 

Welcome to our online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Learning can be much more challenging when a child has special educational needs or a disability. It does not always happen as easily as it does for other children. Different teaching styles, resources, additional equipment, or adaptations to the classroom may have to be made to enable children with additional needs to reach their full potential.

Entry requirements - no prerequisites required

Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)

Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate

Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price

Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)

Who is the course for?

The Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) e-learning package is targeted at practitioners and parents tending 0-2 years, 2-3 years and 3-5 years.

This online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package is also suitable for:

• Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinators
• Childminders
• Nannies
• Teachers.

What is covered in this course?

This online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package cover the following modules:

• Communication and Language Difficulties in the Early Years e-learning module
  • Introduction
  • Session 1 - Normative stages of communication and language development
  • Session 2 - Difficulties children may experience with communication and language
  • Session 3 - Strategies to put into place to help and support children with their communication skills.
• Awareness of Allergies and Intolerances in the Early Years training module
  • Introduction
  • Section 1 - Allergies and intolerances
  • Section 2 - Care needs and support.
• Autism Awareness in the Early Years eLearning module
  • Introduction
  • Session 1 - Characteristics of autistic spectrum disorders
  • Session 2 - Promoting daily routines and educational plans.
• Managing Development Delay in the Early Years online training module
  • Introduction
  • Session 1 - Developmental stages 0-5 years
  • Session 2 - Impairment or disability
  • Session 3 - Normative stages of development
  • Session 4 - Development delay characteristics
  • Session 5 - Support for Kevin
  • Session 6 - Planning for play experiences
  • Session 7 - Planning for play experiences.
• Awareness of Inherited Conditions in the Early Years online training module
  • Introduction
  • Session 1 - Inherited conditions
  • Session 2 - Help and support for children with inherited conditions
  • Session 3 - Inclusive practice.
• Managing Medical Needs in the Early Years eLearning training module
  • Introduction
  • Session 1- Medical conditions
  • Session 2 - Ways to help and support children with medical needs.

Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) - Online Training Package - Level 2 - CPDUK Accredited. 

Course aims 

The aims of this online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package are to:

• Raise awareness of some of the communication and language difficulties children may have.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of the different allergies and intolerances children may have.
• Provide a better understanding of autism.
• Introduce the skills needed to support children who may be delayed in one or more areas of learning and development.
• Understand what inherited conditions are and how best to support children within settings and at home and look at inclusive practice.
• Enhance your knowledge on issues surrounding medical needs.

Learning objectives

The learning objectives of this online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package are to:

• Examine the normative stages of communication and language development.
• Discuss ways to help young children with allergies and intolerances and plan for their care needs to support them effectively.
• Recognise the challenges that children with autism face so that you can help them reach their full potential.
• Describe how to support children who may be delayed in one or more areas of learning and development.
• Explain the different types of genetic disorders.
• Discuss ways to help young children with medical needs.

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of this Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) e-learning package, the learner will be able to:

• State what is meant by communication.
• Explore the symptoms of food allergies and food intolerances.
• Identify the signs of autism.
• Explain what is meant by developmental delay.
• Explain the different inherited conditions that can be passed on to unborn babies through genes from their parents.
• Explain what is meant by a chronic health condition.

Why is this online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package essential?

This online Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO) training package covers the developmental norms of young children and shows how to support children who may be delayed in one or more areas of learning and development. Also, this package covers how to understand the medical needs of children and put plans in place to adequately support their care needs.

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Complete 'End of Course Assessment'

After completing the end of course assessment with a passing rate of 80%, you will be able to download, save and/or print a quality assured CPD certificate.

Save or print your certificate from your device

You will be able to print or save your quality assured certificate in PDF format from your learner profile.

Posted certificate

If you require a hard copy of your certificate, this will cost £8.00. The certificate will be dispatched to you within 48 hours of completing the course.

Certificate renewal

This certificate does not have an expiration date. However, based on industry best practice guidelines, the recommended renewal period for the training is three years. The recommended renewal date will be indicated on your certificate.

Course accreditation

All our eLearning courses and training programmes are externally peer-reviewed and approved by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK). These courses comply with the universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. Our CPD certificates are recognised internationally and can be used to provide evidence for compliance and audit.

Career path

Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.

Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).

Is there an end of course assessment?

Yes, there is an end of course assessment. After completing the learning materials, you will be redirected to the ‘End of Course Assessment’ section.

How many questions am I required to answer?

You will be asked to answer 20 questions. These questions are a combination of single and multiple choice questions, reordering answers, filling in the blanks and open answers.

What is the pass mark for this course?

To pass the end of course assessment, you must achieve a passing rate of 80% or more.

If I fail, how many times can I take the end of course assessment?

You can retake the end of course assessment as many times as required.

Do I get charged for reattempting the end of course assessment?

No. There will be no extra charges for reattempting the end of course assessment.

Do I get a certificate once I have passed the course?

Yes, you can download a digital CPD certificate in PDF format after completing the end of course assessment. You can save or print your certificate from your learner profile.

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How do I book this course?

To enrol on this e-learning course, please add the course to your basket. From there, you will be redirected to our secure checkout page to complete your booking.

What if I am booking the course for someone else?

If you are booking the course for someone else, please state their name(s) in the 'notes' section of the basket. You will be able to enrol the course to the learner from your profile.

How do I access my learning materials?

Once your payment has been confirmed, you will receive a booking confirmation email with a receipt. Immediately after purchase, you will receive an email with further instructions and unique login credentials to access your learner account. Next, you will need to follow the instructions and login to your learner account.

How does the course work?

Our courses are divided into six units. You can either read or listen to the course materials. At the end of each unit is a 'knowledge check' section. This section helps the learners remember what they have learnt.

Do I need a computer to complete this course?

Our online training courses can be completed on your desktop computer/Mac, laptop, tablet or mobile device. These online courses are easily accessible as long as there is an internet connection.

How long does it take to complete this course?

These online training courses are self-paced. Therefore, learners have full control and flexibility on when they wish to complete the material.

What is the deadline to complete this course?

There is no deadline for completion. The course will expire from a learner's account after 365 days, whether it has been accessed or not.

Do I complete the end of course assessment online?

Yes. All end of course assessments are completed online.

What is the passing rate for this course?

Learners are required to achieve a passing rate of 80% or more to complete the course and gain a CPD certificate.

When will I get my certificate?

To obtain your certificate, you need to complete the end of course assessment first. A passing rate of 80% or more is required to gain a CPD certificate.

Where will I find my certificate?

Obtained certificates can be downloaded from the learner's profile page.

What is your refund policy?

We want you to be completely satisfied with your training. Thus, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you are not 100% satisfied.

To request a refund, you should email our Support Team with your receipt stating why you would like to be refunded. Any courses that have been completed and those with certificates will not be valid for a refund.

Will I be able to access learning materials on multiple devices, such as tablets and mobile phones?

Yes, you can access the learning materials from any electronic device that has an internet connection. However, we recommend that you use a desktop or laptop device for the best learning experience. These online courses can also be taken on tablet and mobile devices, such as iPads, iPhone and Android mobile phones.

Is a specific internet web browser recommended to complete this course?

For the best possible experience, we recommend that learners use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11 or Firefox. Please ensure no updates are pending on your browser.

How long do learners have to complete a course?

There is no estimated completion time for this course. Learners can study in their own time at their speed. Learners may pause, leave and come back to the system to continue the training at any time.

How many CPD hours or CPD points is this course worth?

The CPD hours depend on how long each learner takes to complete the course materials and assessments. Each course will indicate the anticipated completion time. This gives a general indication of the CPD hours for those who are required to submit their continuing professional development hours.

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