National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCO) PgCert

Kingston University

Are you an existing or aspiring SENCO?

This course is for you if you are looking to complete the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCO). All SENCOs appointed since 2009 must achieve the NASENCO within 3 years of appointment.

Reasons to choose Kingston University – We are an accredited national provider of the NASENCO – a statutory award for newly appointed special educational needs (SEN) coordinators. This course is quality assured by the Leading Learning for SEND Community Interest Company (LLSENDCiC). – You will access evidence-based approaches and will have the opportunity to join the Inclusion and Social Justice Special Interest Group and participate in multi-disciplinary, local projects. – Your learning will benefit from a scaffolded design and you will develop reflection and networking skills through the use of e-Portfolios and blogging.

What you will study The course offers an overview of special educational needs and/or disabilities in the context of policy, practice and professionalism. You will study the range of perspectives which impact on the work of SEN coordinators.

Central to the course is the study of strategies to enhance learning. You will explore research-based interventions in SEN provision for effective working with staff, pupils, governors, parents and other stakeholders.

You will be able to share your ideas for professional practice, confidently engage in academic and professional discourse, and develop skills of advocacy within a developing community of practice.