DETAILS
This
course is designed for people working with children with special needs, either
in a paid or voluntary capacity, in an educational setting.
Students must be within a school setting on a regular basis throughout
the duration of the course.
Students
will develop knowledge and understanding of the range of children's disabilities
and special educational needs, the current legislation and service provision,
and the education system in general. The course is very practically based and is
equivalent to an NVQ level 3 standard of competence.
ASSESSMENT
Students are
assessed on a completed portfolio, including evidence of their knowledge and
understanding of their experiences on the course, and their direct practice
within the school.
ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
Ability to write up
notes.
Approximately
2 hours per week home study will be required.
COURSE
MATERIALS
Ring Binder and File
Paper.
DURATION
60 hours.
Plus
150 hrs work (Paid or voluntary) as a Support Assistant.
PROGRESSION
NVQ Early Years Care
and Education.
GCSE.
Child Development.
SUGGESTED
COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES
NCFE Certificate in
Basic Counselling Skills (3702)
Basic First Aid.
Basic Food Hygiene.
Introduction
to Computers.
QUALIFICATION GAINED
NCFE
SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE. (DfEE Approved)