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SEN Learning Support Assistant

4.8 (10 ratings) 5 enrolled 1h 40m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
1h 40mSelf-paced
7 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 7 lessons 1h 40m total
01 SEN Learning Support Assistant 7 lessons
  1. Special Education Needs (SEN): An Overview
  2. SEN Support
  3. Communication and Interaction
  4. Cognition and Learning
  5. Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties
  6. Sensory or Physical Needs
  7. Working in Partnership

About this course

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Course Overview

Many children in the world are diagnosed with some form of disability. Without proper support, the disorders can affect their daily life activities, such as learning, communicating and socialising. This SEN Learning Support Assistant Course will teach you how to provide extra support and care to improve children's academic and social performance.

The SEN Learning Support Assistant course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills needed to provide effective support for individuals with special educational needs (SEN). This course addresses the main problem of the lack of adequate support for individuals with SEN, and the benefits of solving this problem are immeasurable.

To begin with, the course curriculum starts with an overview of SEN, providing learners with a solid foundation of knowledge on the subject. This is followed by modules on SEN support, communication and interaction, cognition and learning, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, sensory or physical needs, and working in partnership. These modules cover all aspects of supporting individuals with SEN, ensuring that learners are well-equipped to provide effective support.

Key Features of the SEN Learning Support Assistant Training Course

Our trusted, high quality and affordable SEN Learning Support Assistant Training Course trains individuals to get learning support assistant jobs and become experts in their field.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by qualified professionals in the field
  • Discounts on bulk purchases
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the responsibilities of a SEN learning support assistant
  • Learn how to create exciting learning environments for students
  • Understand how to promote children's physical, social and emotional welfare
  • Know the effective strategies for tracking student progress
  • Identify the role of SENCo
  • Learn how to help children with sensory processing difficulties
  • Determine the process of working in partnership with parents

Sneak Peek of SEN Learning Support Assistant Course

Who should take the SEN Learning Support Assistant Course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this SEN Learning Support Assistant  Course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your SEN Learning Support Assistant Training Course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this SEN Learning Support Assistant Course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Assessment

At the end of the SEN Learning Support Assistant Course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

FAQ on SEN Learning Support Assistant course

Can I study this SEN Learning Support Assistant course online?

Yes, Fully online, making it more accessible and flexible for learners.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

Yes, upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of achievement that demonstrates your knowledge and skills in supporting individuals with SEN.

How long is course?

It typically takes around 2hours 20minutes to complete.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our SEN Learning Support Assistant course is as follows:

Module 1: Special Education Needs (SEN): An Overview

  • Defining SEN
  • SEN and Disability
  • Special Education Provision
  • Areas of SEN
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 2: SEN Support

  • What is SEN Support?
  • Whole School Assessment and Tracking
  • Identifying the Need
  • The assess, Plan, Do, Review Cycle
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 3: Communication and Interaction

  • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
  • Classroom Strategies
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 4: Cognition and Learning

  • Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
  • Classroom Strategies
  • Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 5: Social, Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties

  • Mental Health
  • Whole School Strategies
  • Classroom Strategies
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 6: Sensory or Physical Needs

  • Visual Impairment (VI)
  • Hearing Impairment (HI)
  • Physical Disability (PD)
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Module 7: Working in Partnership

  • Partnership with Parents
  • The Role of the SENCO
  • Working with Other SEN Professionals
  • Summary / Keynotes of the Module
  • Assessment

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.8

Rated by 10 learners on the UISC learning portal · 5 enrolled

Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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