A short course from Education Training: Teaching Special Needs Education, about 1 or 2 months online for £90. This specialised training covers a wide range of disabilities, from autism to learning disabilities, equipping teachers to address diverse learning needs effectively.
What is this course?
Our "Teaching Special Needs Education" course provides essential knowledge and skills for educators passionate about supporting students with diverse learning requirements. Learn effective teaching strategies, inclusive classroom management, and tailored approaches to meet the unique needs of special education students. With a focus on practical insights and hands-on training, this course empowers educators to make a positive impact on the lives of exceptional learners. Join us to become a competent and compassionate special education teacher, ready to create inclusive and supportive learning environments.
About this course
Are you passionate about ensuring that all students, regardless of their unique learning needs, have access to a quality education? Our course on Teaching Special Needs Education empowers educators to create inclusive and supportive learning environments.
This specialised training covers a wide range of disabilities, from autism to learning disabilities, equipping teachers to address diverse learning needs effectively. You'll develop the skills to create individualized education plans (IEPs) that address specific learning goals, as well as essential behaviour management techniques to support emotional growth.
By enroling in this course, you'll become an advocate for inclusive education, making a significant impact on the lives of students with disabilities. Join us in creating classrooms where every child can thrive academically and personally.
Who is this course for?
Teachers, trainers, assessors, teaching assistants and anyone working in education who wants focused professional development in teaching. There are no formal entry requirements.
Why choose this course
- Teaching special needs education is crucial to ensure that all students have access to quality education.
- Specialised training helps teachers address diverse learning needs, fostering academic and personal growth.
- Educators equipped with special education skills can make a significant impact on the lives of students with disabilities.
Key facts
- This course equips educators with skills to teach students with diverse learning needs effectively.
- Gain expertise in creating inclusive and supportive learning environments.
- Specialised training covers a wide range of disabilities, from autism to learning disabilities.
- Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) to address specific learning goals.
- Learn essential behaviour management techniques to support emotional growth.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. The course is written in English; you need internet access and basic IT skills.
Duration and delivery
Standard study plan: 1 month; extended plan: 2 months.
At Education Training the course is delivered online: you receive the materials, assignment briefs and tutor support through the learning platform and submit work when you are ready. There are no fixed lecture times, so you can start in any month.
How you are assessed
You complete a short written task or reflective assignment at the end of the course, marked by a Education Training tutor. There are no exams. On successful completion you receive a certificate of completion from Education Training.
Career path and progression
Upon completing the "the course" course, educators can pursue various rewarding career paths. These include:
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Special Education Teacher: Work in special education classrooms, adapting curriculum and teaching methods to meet individual student needs.
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Inclusion Specialist: Collaborate with mainstream teachers to support the inclusion of special needs students in regular classrooms.
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Behaviour Analyst: Focus on addressing and improving behaviour issues among special needs students.
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Resource Specialist: Provide one-on-one or small group instruction to students with special needs.
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Educational Consultant: Offer expert advice to schools, families, and organisations regarding special education strategies and programs.
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Advocate for Special Needs: Become an advocate for special needs students and their families, ensuring they receive appropriate support and services.
This course opens doors to diverse career opportunities, allowing educators to make a significant difference in the lives of students with special needs.
How this course compares
Figures below come from Education Training's own catalogue and enquiry records, not from estimates; each carries the date it was calculated.
- Regulated qualifications offered by Education Training, by level (as of 23 October 2026)
- Level 2: 1 qualification; Level 3: 7 qualifications; Level 4: 14 qualifications; Level 5: 13 qualifications; Level 6: 3 qualifications; Level 7: 4 qualifications (42 in total)
- Shortest qualification at each level (by total qualification time) (as of 23 October 2026)
- Level 4: Level 4 Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring to Build Relationships (300 TQT hours); Level 5: Level 5 Certificate in Teaching Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (360 TQT hours); Level 6: Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning (1200 TQT hours); Level 7: Level 7 Diploma in Education Management and Leadership (1200 TQT hours)
- Credits and study hours by RQF level (as of 23 October 2026)
- Level 2: median 37 credits, TQT hours, GLH; Level 3: median 18 credits, TQT hours, GLH; Level 4: median 33 credits, 780 TQT hours, 125 GLH; Level 5: median 120 credits, 815 TQT hours, 600 GLH; Level 6: median 120 credits, 1200 TQT hours, 480 GLH; Level 7: median 120 credits, 1200 TQT hours, 600 GLH
- Share of course-page views by RQF level (all time) (as of 23 October 2026)
- Level 0: 2%; Level 3: 6%; Level 4: 1%; Level 5: 90%; Level 6: 1%
Fees and how to apply
| Duration | Total fee | Payment option | You pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | £140 | Pay in full | £140 |
| 2 months | £90 | Pay in full | £90 |
A £10 enrolment fee is paid with the application. Fees include tuition, learning materials, assignment marking and the awarding-body certificate. Prices correct as of 23 October 2026.
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What is included
| Item | Included |
|---|---|
| Tuition and learning materials for every unit | Included |
| Tutor support and assignment feedback | Included |
| Assessment and marking | Included |
| Education Training certificate of completion | Included |
| Instalment plan | Available at no extra charge |
| Application fee | £10 enrolment fee |
Apply online, choose a payment option and start as soon as payment clears — there is no fixed intake date.
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Where next
Short courses are a good preparation for a regulated qualification. Most learners progress to the Level 3 Award in Education and Training or an assessor award.
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Who awards and delivers this course
- Certificate
Certificate of completion issued by Education Training. This is a short course, not a regulated qualification.
Last reviewed 22 October 2026Published by the Education Training admissions team
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