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Sheffield Hallam University: Special Educational Needs Co-Ordination (National Award for SEN Co-Ordination)
| Institution | Sheffield Hallam University |
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| Department | Sheffield Hallam University |
| Web | http://www.shu.ac.uk |
| Telephone | (+44) 0114 225 5533 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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Course Summary
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Create professional and personal development opportunities for Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs).
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Empower SENCOs to develop, influence and lead practice and policy in their current and/or future contexts.
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Establish an authoritative voice within your school or setting founded on a broad and deep knowledge base.
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Enable SENCOs to challenge their own and others' values and assumptions through a critical evaluation of legislation, theory, policy and practice.
This course has been developed for those currently working as, or aspiring to be, special educational needs coordinators (SENCOs) and is mandatory for all SENCOs appointed since 2008. It has been accredited by NASENCO and has been devised in order to address the professional learning outcomes required for the National Award.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
A large proportion of your studies will be undertaken at your current educational setting, and you'll spend up to ten teaching/tutorial/study days which are spread over the course duration. You'll study Special Educational Needs coordination in the role of both manager and leader; evaluating and developing policy, promoting sound person-centred planning and building professional partnerships. You'll be supported by Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) specialists throughout your study, and this course has been widely praised for its contribution to the provision with children with SEND.
You learn through
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Practice-based learning
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Written assignments
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Teaching/tutorial/study days
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Workplace evaluations
Work placements
You will apply your studies to your current position as a SENCO or in a Special Educational Needs-related position, and will be mentored throughout in doing so.
Future careers This course prepares you for a career in
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Special Educational Needs Coordination
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Further studies at masters level
Where will I study?
You study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | To apply for this course you must have QTS, QTLS or EYTS and and have completed a period of induction. You must be a qualified teacher who is: • designated as the SENCO or • an aspiring SENCO or • an inclusion manager or • in a position to undertake the duties of a SENCO You also need a document from your head teacher (DOC, 79.5KB) (DOC, 215.5KB) supporting your application and to provide your sponsorship details (DOCX, 137.8KB) (DOCX, 22KB) The course is designed for new SENCOs but we also welcome applications from experienced SENCOs. The SENCo Award must be achieved within 3 years of appointment to the role. Selection event If you are shortlisted, we will invite you to a selection event and you should present a passport or photo driving license. You can present other forms of photo ID for the selection event, but if you do, you will still need to present valid identity documents required by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) prior to starting your course. See our selection event guidance for this course. This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, contact our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply. |
| Location | City Campus Howard Street Sheffield S1 1WB |
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