Graded Unit
This glossary of Terms will assist your understanding of the Additional Support Needs Framework
Workplace Practice
This Unit is designed to enable you to develop knowledge and skills in the application of learning theory for the supporting of development of individuals with ASN. It provides you with the learning theory and opportunities for the application of the learning theory to support the development of the learning process. It is appropriate those working in a range of settings/establishments with individuals with Additional Support Needs.
This Unit is designed to develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of ASN. It will also provide you with a knowledge of development and the effects that ASN; difficulties/disabilities can have on aspects of development. You will investigate the effects of physical, intellectual and sensory disabilities encompassing the contest of an ages and stages model from 0 to old age.
This Unit is designed to develop knowledge and understanding of the sociology and philosophy of education and training for individuals with additional support needs (ASN) in different situations. You will explore the aims, objectives and Outcomes of the provision for individuals with ASN and to evaluate a specific learning programme in relation to the specific aims and objectives and the needs of the learner. The Unit provides you with the underpinning knowledge required to work in a supportive and developmental role either as part of a team, or to assist trainers and lecturers in providing an education programme for individuals with ASN.
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This Unit is designed to introduce the candidate to a range of potential communication problems which may be experienced by individuals with ASN and to examine strategies and services to support individuals with ASN.
This Unit is designed for people who work in a setting with individuals with Additional Support Needs (ASN). This Unit develops your knowledge of the interpersonal skills required to work with individuals with additional support needs and develops an understanding of the professional help and counselling available for these learners who could be children, young people or adults. It also develops your knowledge and understanding of the intervention process. You will require to identify, describe and evaluate interpersonal skills in these situations, and explain the role of the professional counselling services available to learners with ASN.
The purpose of this Unit is to enable you to study the reasons for, and symptoms of abuse and vulnerability, and to understand how these are connected to behaviour and development. The Unit should equip you with methods of working which promote good practice, recognising the limits and responsibilities of your role in the work setting.