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Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants Course
If you are already working in the SEN sector or plan to work for autistic students, then the Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants course would benefit you. Around 1.76% of school children in the UK have autism, while there is a shortage of SEN teachers with awareness of autism.
This 7-module autism awareness course starts with giving you a clear idea about Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD disability. Plus, this autism awareness training familiarises you with the learning difficulties that autistic children go through. Here, you will learn strategies to help autistic individuals. As an autism practitioner plus SEN teacher, it’s crucial to have the ability to diagnose autism. The Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants course will increase your expertise in analysing autistic children. In addition to that, you will also explore & learn cognitive approaches used in understanding autism.
The Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants course will help you develop practical communication skills for flawless interaction with SEN pupils with autism. Moreover, you will acquire the skills as a special education needs (SEN) teacher to promote an inclusive and supportive learning environment in the classroom. In the Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants course, you will also gain insights into collaborating with teachers, parents, and professionals to provide the best support for special children. Finally, this course talks about the significance of raising awareness of autism in awareness in the education sector and broader aspects to ensure autistic students’ rights.
Enrol in one of the best CPD-accredited autism courses in the UK to become a qualified SEN teaching assistant.
What You Will Learn
Get an understanding of developmental disorder and Autism
Understand the needs of developmentally disordered children and learn to support them
Learn about Asperger's and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Learn how to use visual aids and deal with meltdowns in autistic children
Understand the role, skills and responsibilities of an SEN teaching assistant
Get tips on how to support SEN children
Understand the needs of developmentally disordered children
Familiarise with teaching models that have influenced SEN teaching
Know how to plan lessons and learning activities for children with ASD
Learn about the digital tools and equipment required for teaching SEN pupils
Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants Course Curriculum
Module 1: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Module 2: Learning Difficulties Related to Autism
Module 3. Autism Diagnosis
Module 4. Cognitive Approaches in Autism
Module 5. Dealing with Autistic Individuals
Module 6. Other Considerations for Dealing with Autistic Individuals
Module 7. Engagement in Autism Awareness
Skills You Will Gain
The expertise and patience to work with SEN students
Lesson planning
Motivational skills
Knowledge of SEN teaching methodologies
Organisation
Career Prospects
The course will serve really well for aspiring professionals interested in becoming a
SEN Teacher
SEN Teaching Assistant
Child Care Worker
Childminder
and all other relevant fields.
This attested qualification may well be the extra edge you need to get employed in the mentioned sectors.
Why Choose Teachers Training
Some of our features are:
This is a dedicated website for teaching
24/7 tutor support
Interactive Content
Affordable price
Courses accredited by the UK’s top awarding bodies
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Flexible deadline
Who is this course for
Anyone who is interested to learn about autism
Parents who are taking care of children with development disorders
Professionals working in care or mental health
Those who work with children with autism and development issues
Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements. You need to have:
Passion for learning
A good understanding of the English language
numeracy and IT
Desire for entrepreneurship
over the age of 16.
Assessment
The assessment is straightforward, you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of the course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed.
After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.
Certification
CPD Certification from The Teachers Training
Successfully completing the MCQ exam of this course qualifies you for a CPD-accredited certificate from The Teachers Training. You will be eligible for both PDF copy and hard copy of the certificate to showcase your achievement however you wish.
You can get your digital certificate (PDF) for £4.99 only
Hard copy certificates are also available, and you can get one for only £10.99
You can get both PDF and Hard copy certificates for just £12.99!
The certificate will add significant weight to your CV and will give you a competitive advantage when applying for jobs.