Special Education Needs and Disability Level 2

About the course

• Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability

The SEND Level 2 course introduces key concepts related to Special Education Needs and Disability, helping learners develop a strong understanding of how to support individuals effectively and inclusively. Learners will explore a range of SEND conditions, models of disability, and how rights, support, and provision have changed over time.

The course covers essential principles such as equality and diversity, safeguarding, and person-centred approaches. Learners will also gain practical skills in inclusive learning and making reasonable adjustments to support individual needs. Key topics include neurodiversity, the impact of societal influences, and the role of families and support networks.

By the end of the course, you will feel more confident in your ability to support and advocate for individuals with SEND, while developing skills that can be applied across education, care, and community settings.


Is this course right for you?
This course is ideal if you are interested in supporting individuals with SEND or are currently working, or planning to work, in education, care, or community roles. It is suitable for learners who want to build understanding, confidence, and practical skills to create inclusive environments and provide meaningful support to individuals and their families.


Eligibility criteria
You must be a South Yorkshire resident, aged 19 or over on 31 August 2025, be ordinarily resident in the UK, and have the right to live and work in the UK.

You must be unemployed or employed and earning less than £24,570 per year. If you are employed and earn above this threshold, you may still be eligible.

What you will learn
Topics include:

• Introduction to Special Education Needs and Disability
• Understand equality and diversity in the context of SEND
• Principles of promoting a person-centred approach for individuals with SEND
• Understanding SEND and learning
• Living with Special Education Needs and Disability
• Preparing for work

How you will learn
You will learn through a supportive, tutor-led approach that may include interactive sessions, discussions, case studies, practical activities, and independent learning. The flexible delivery helps you build knowledge and apply learning to real-life SEND contexts.