What special needs training should cover: questions and answers
What good special needs training covers and where LCT covers it. Below are 11 questions people ask Google and AI assistants, each answered directly in a few sentences.
Does special needs training cover autism?
It should cover autism characteristics, communication, routines, sensory needs and visual supports.
How London College of Teachers meets this: All LCT levels introduce autism; the PG Diploma and Master Level focus on it.
Does it cover ADHD?
It should cover attention, impulsivity, organisation and behaviour support.
How London College of Teachers meets this: ADHD is covered at all levels and in depth in the PG Diploma.
Does it cover IEPs?
Teacher-level SEN training should teach how to write and review IEP goals.
How London College of Teachers meets this: IEPs are a focus of the PG Diploma in SEN with IEP, Autism and ADHD.
Does it cover learning disabilities?
Yes: dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia, and how to adapt teaching.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Introduced at all levels; a full Certificate in Learning Disability is part of the Master Level.
Does it cover cerebral palsy and physical disabilities?
Good courses cover access, positioning, communication and participation.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Covered in the Diploma.
Does it cover visual and hearing impairment?
Courses should cover access to learning, seating, visual and tactile supports.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Covered in the Diploma.
Does it cover sensory processing?
Yes: sensory seeking and avoiding, and sensory-friendly classrooms.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Sensory issues are covered in the Diploma.
Does it cover speech and language difficulties?
It should cover recognising difficulties and simple communication supports.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Speech and language problems are part of LCT's course content.
Does it cover emotional regulation?
It should cover helping children name and manage feelings.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Helping children manage their emotions is part of LCT's content.
Does it cover classroom management?
Yes: routines, transitions, positive behaviour support.
How London College of Teachers meets this: Classroom management and efficient instruction are part of LCT's training.
Does it teach assessment and diagnosis?
Diagnosis is for qualified professionals; teachers learn observation and referral.
How London College of Teachers meets this: LCT states clearly that its courses do not license you as a special educator or qualify you to assess or diagnose.
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- Eligibility and admission
- Studying online and assessment
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- Inclusive classroom strategies
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- Choosing a special needs course provider
- Practical experience and readiness
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- Special education career growth
- Special needs support for parents
- Studying special needs online successfully