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Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants

Autism Awareness for SEN Teaching Assistants

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  • On-Demand course

  • 2 hours

  • All levels

Description


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

  • 100% online

  • 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.

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