Diploma in Special Education

About the course

Diploma in Special Education course throws light on the vital topics such as the involvement and role of parents in the supporting and guiding SEN children, insight into Down Syndrome and specific disabilities like the Asperger’s Syndrome, Fragile X and High Functioning Autism. The diploma level focuses on the crux of the matter relating to the field that is fast evolving, thus creating skyrocketing demands for skilled and qualified teaching professionals adept at handling diverse learners in inclusive settings. ACT’s specially designed courses apt for the needs of the 21st century educators are aimed at contemporary classrooms, that are becoming inclusive to accommodate leaners with special needs.

The Diploma level of the Special Education program aims at both working and aspiring educators, acquainting them with the comprehensive knowledge in ADHD, Autism and Learning Disabilities. The curriculum will provide you with a solid grounding in these areas. This is imperative for today’s teachers especially those associated with inclusive classrooms.

Why this course?

The Special Education Courses from ACT are curated, developed and executed online by Asian College of Teachers Ltd, UK, and are approved by CPD Certification Service (UK), QAHE and portion of the program by Laser Learning.
ACT’s SEN (Learning Disabilities, ADHD and autism) program covers the overall learning disabilities in the classroom with focus on Learning Disabilities, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) and Autism.
The program acquaints educators with the various disabilities in kids and the type of additional support they require to kindle effective learning.

Who should attend?

The course is specifically beneficial for:

Class teachers in inclusive classrooms
Inclusive teachers
Aspiring teachers
Shadow teachers
Teachers-in-charge
Advisors/counsellors in educational institutes
Budding entrepreneurs looking to open a creche or a day-care centre

What do you learn?

Diploma in Special Education (ADHD, Autism and Learning Disabilities)

Course Mode: Online + Live Online Sessions (Introduction to the course; 21st Century skills in inclusive teaching; Placements)

ADHD

ADHD Phase 1 : Understanding students
ADHD Phase 2 : Diagnostic Process
ADHD Phase 3 : Are they putting in the Effort?
ADHD Phase 4 : ADHD and Brain Activation
ADHD Phase 5 : ADHD and Activity Level
ADHD Phase 6 : Role of Parents
ADHD Phase 7 : Clinical Diagnosis of ADHD
ADHD Phase 8 : Down Syndrome Autism

ADHDDown Syndrome

Down Syndrome – Definition and History
Identifying Down Syndrome in Children
Causes and Complications of Down Syndrome
Teaching Children with Down Syndrome
Inclusive Education for Children with Down Syndrome

Autism

AUTISM Phase 1 : Meet Autistic Students
AUTISM Phase 2 : Understand the common characteristics of HFA/AS
AUTISM Phase 3 : Discover how your students think
AUTISM Phase 4 : Nurture students' social skills
AUTISM Phase 5 : Encourage language reciprocity
AUTISM Phase 6 : Autism and Inclusive Education
AUTISM Phase 7 : Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood
AUTISM Phase 8 :

Learning Disabilities

LD Phase 1 : Understanding Learning Disabilities
LD Phase 2 : Identifying Students with LDs
LD Phase 3 : Making sense of the IEPs
LD Phase 4 : Understanding Service Locations
LD Phase 5 : Learning the Right Teaching Strategies
LD Phase 6 : Learning Strategies and Assessment Techniques for Students with Learning Disabilities
LD Phase 7 : Dyslexia
LD Phase 8 : Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia

How do you learn?

The program is conducted in an online learning mode
Sessions include Introduction to the course, 21st Century skills in inclusive teaching & Placement
Course accessible from any corner of the globe at any time
Being an online program, the course can be pursued while maintaining your daily schedule
Comprehensive study materials
Our co-ordinators and tutors provide support and guidance throughout
Assignments at the end of each module
Support team is there to clear your doubts and queries

After this course

Several avenues open up after you’ve successfully completed this professional diploma level course on Special Education. You’ll become eligible to apply for several positions in schools and institutions on a global level as being certified in the program is sure to open up many new and exciting doors of opportunities regarding your professional teaching career. Any of the level you choose will impart knowledge that is at par with the international level while lending expertise to keep you one step ahead in the expanding field of SEN teaching. With a certification in the SEN program, you’ll get the opportunity to work as:

Teacher in an inclusive classroom
Shadow teacher
Special education curriculum developer
Teacher-in-charge in inclusive settings
Advisor/ counsellor
Budding entrepreneur

The qualification/s and certificate/s will be a plus point for those who have opened or are willing to open day care facilities or crèche. Being a globally recognised program, it’s sure to benefit those looking for employment opportunities across the globe and aid in realizing your dream of teaching abroad.

Fee

Course Duration: 8 months

Fee: 35,000 INR

Course Certification:

The candidates will receive a globally recognized certificate from Asian College of Teachers, UK
All ACT courses are accredited by International Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (QAHE)
ACT SEN courses are certified by CPD Certification Service UK
Asian College of Teachers is a member of The National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)
ACT is an institutional member of the International Association of Special Education (IASE)

Testimonials

This course really helped me a lot to understand better.
It was quite informative and helped in brushing up certain forgotten contents as well as learned some new ones.
The course was very informative and I have learnt so much.
My experience with ACT has been a wonderful journey.