QUALIFICATIONS OBJECTIVES
The Level 3 Diploma in Special Needs Education is a teaching qualification which has a teaching and training practice requirement.
The objective of this special needs education qualification for beginners is to equip aspiring educators with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to support the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities or special educational requirements. This program emphasizes an understanding of various disabilities, inclusive teaching strategies, and personalized support techniques that promote accessibility and engagement in the learning environment. It aims to foster empathy, patience, and effective communication skills, enabling educators to create safe, nurturing, and empowering spaces for all learners.
Additionally, the curriculum addresses the importance of collaboration with families, therapists, and specialists to ensure a holistic approach to education that respects each child’s unique strengths and challenges.
The aim of this qualification is to enable learners:
Learn in-depth about special education needs (SEN) and the importance of it to the society.
Understand the types of special educational needs.
Different ways used by schools to provide provision for special education needs.
Learn about the different theories and style of special needs education.
Gain an insight into SEN support and role of SENCO in SEN support.
Gain an understanding of the role of SENCO, the importance of SENCO and how to deal with other agencies.
| Program | Diploma in Special Needs Education |
| Mode of study | Online, In person and blended learning |
| Programme Length | 600 Total Qualification Time (TQT) |
| Admission Requirements |
– Completed High school diploma or GCE (Advanced Level) – Age 18+ – Minimum core of literacy, language, numeracy and ICT – Do not have a criminal background which might prevent them from working as a teacher with young people or vulnerable adults. |
| English Language Requirements | If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency. |
| Level | 3 |
| Credits | 60 |
| Pathway | 1st year of University Bachelor degree1/Level 4/HND |
| Equivalences | Level 4 represent practical knowledge, skills, capabilities and competences that are assessed in academic terms as being equivalent to Higher |
| APL | Available (Contact admission office) |
| Fee | Rs. 40,000 (Inclusive all) |
| Program Intake | Sep/Jan/March/June |
| For Whom | Teachers who are already employed in schools |
| Qualification awarding body | London School of Business and Social Sciences UK and Scholars Global Campus |
| Accreditation and Endorsement | Programme is validated by University of Rhone |
| Course Modules |
Introduction to Special Educational Needs Types of Special Educational Needs Learning Theories and Styles Teaching Methods used in SNE Parents and professionals partnering for children with disabilities Safeguarding children with special needs Curriculum Development for SNE |
| Assessments | Course work, class presentation and practical teaching practices |