Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs (Level 3 Award)

Course Overview

This course is targeted for those currently employed in the Early Years Sector, carrying out a placement within a setting or those who are interested in returning to study within the area of Early Years. Units undertaken are; 1 : Understand Special Needs 2 Understand Factors which affect learning. 3: Understand how to support individuals with SEN including Legislation 4: Understand the roles and responsibilities of professionals working in the SEN area. 5:Understand the principles and practice of advocacy. This is not a purely strategy-based programme. Students will be expected to engage with current legislation, policy, and professional standards and to demonstrate their ability to write to a high academic standard, including the correct use of Harvard referencing.