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Approximately 1.6 million pupils in the UK were identified as having special education needs in 2024, this equates to an average of 18% of pupils per school requiring additional education support.
As SEN (Special Education Needs) awareness grows and diagnoses continue to rise, it is essential to prioritise education that meets the diverse needs of all students.
Learning Disabilities and Autism Awareness training equips staff with the expertise and confidence to support students with learning disabilities and autism in an inclusive and understanding environment. The training focuses on:
- Understanding learning disabilities and autism, and their impact on education needs and social interactions.
- Implementing effective strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
- Enhancing communication, reducing anxiety, and creating structured, supportive learning experiences.
By completing this course, you will strengthen your professional skillset and play a vital role in transforming the educational experience for students with additional needs.
Objectives
- Understand the characteristics, causes, and prevalence of learning disabilities and autism
- Recognise the impact of learning disabilities and autism on intellectual ability, mental health, and overall well-being
- Identify common health challenges and life expectancy considerations for students with learning disabilities
- Apply the principles of the Equality Act to ensure legal compliance and inclusive practices
- Understand the importance of person-centred care and positive behavioural support
- Recognise the strengths and challenges associated with autism, including communication and interaction differences
- Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate rigidity, routine, sensory overload, and sensory diets
- Implement effective support strategies in schools, including personalised learning plans and inclusion initiatives
- Define the role of SENCOs and their collaboration with teachers, staff, and families
- Work collaboratively with families and external agencies to provide holistic student support
Course content
- Learning Disabilities, Causes, Associated Conditions and Prevalence
- Intellectual Ability
- Health Challenges + Life Expectancy
- Impacts on Mental Health
- The Equality Act
- Sexual Relationships
- Person Centred Care
- Positive Behavioural Support
- Autism, Diagnosis and Strengths
- Communication + Interaction
- Rigidity and Routine
- Sensory Overload
- Sensory Diet
- Student Support in Schools
- Role of the SENCO
- Supporting Teachers and Staff
- Inclusion and Accessibility
- Keeping Families Informed
