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  • Leadership1

    • Leadership1

      Leadership is the most critical aspect to changing outcomes for schools and pupils, whether at team, department or whole school level. All three Real Training NPQ courses are designed by education practitioners and educational psychologists to provide current, innovative and practice-focused training that will give school leaders the insight and tools they need to become highly effective leaders.
  • Listening to children

    • Listening to children

      Listening to children – and involving parents with the school – leads to better outcomes and higher attainment for children with SEN.

      Combine the latest academic and good practice thinking with a real knowledge of what works in schools. Fully understand the methods and ways of involving parents that lead to significantly increased attainments and outcomes for children.
    • Cognition and Learning
      • Cognition and Learning
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Cognition and learning is a new 30 credit Skills & Knowledge module for Real Training's Masters in SEND programme, lead by Dr Jane Yeomans. This masters module is designed to help participants develop awareness of the models and frameworks used to understand the concepts of cognition and learning, and the relationships between this process and specific special educational needs.
  • Research and enquiry

    • Research and enquiry

      Our Enquiry module completes the MEd qualification. Choose a Special Educational Needs topic and then complete an action research project that supports the development of your organisation. Our tutors, Dr Jane Yeomans and Dr Mark Turner, are experienced research supervisors. We also welcome bookings from delegates who transfer credits from appropriate qualifications that they have already gained.

      Many of our other modules include lighter touch action research and reflection. This includes the National Award for SEN Coordination and all Application and Reflection modules.
    • National Award for SEN Coordination
      • National Award for SEN Coordination
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Gain the essential SENCO qualification. Since its introduction in 2009 this course has been the benchmark required training for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators and those aspiring to the role. Our course is consistently rated by delegates as 'excellent training with first class tutoring'. The practice-based learning is structured around carefully designed learning experiences that engage directly with your own work.
    • International Award for SEN Coordination
      • International Award for SEN Coordination
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Designed for educators working in International Schools and settings, this unique course brings the gold standard of practice-led learning and development from Real Training's market-leading National Award and opens it to professionals who do not have UK QTS. Our UK course is consistently rated by delegates as 'excellent training with first class tutoring'. The practice-based learning is structured around carefully designed learning experiences that engage directly with your own work.
    • Enquiry-Based Practice
      • Enquiry-Based Practice
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Develop the skills and knowledge to produce culturally relevant and responsive services that make a positive difference. Understand each child in the context of their familial and professional support networks. Engage directly with your professional setting, through practical activities structured around our unique learning experiences. Work towards the completion of your Action Research project using supporting theories, reflection and taking part in example activities.
  • Assessment and standards

    • Assessment and standards

      Assessment and standards are the cornerstones of effective practice. We specialise in courses that help education professionals all across the UK and internationally develop confidence through competence.

      We will show you how to use psychological assessment methods to monitor and make interventions in standards and progress in the most challenging situations – enabling you to better identify patterns of strength and barriers to learning.
    • Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)
      • Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)
        • 30Credits
        • Leading to the British Psychological Society Test User Educational qualification
      • This course will embed good assessment practice into your evaluation of students’ learning. It will enable you to use psychometric tools appropriately to make the right judgments about where your children are, how they have progressed (or not) and what the next steps are for their education. Identify patterns of strength and barriers to learning. Take your competence in educational psychometric testing to another level with the British Psychological Society's (BPS) gold standard qualification and open the door to a world of BPS qualifications, benefits and recognition.
    • CPT3A Route 2 - Fully Intensive (Live sessions)
      • CPT3A Route 2 - Fully Intensive (Live sessions)
        • 30Credits
        • CCET Intensive and AAC Intensive
      • Meet the Access Arrangements Assessor criteria published by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). This course will help you to understand how psychometric tests are developed; how to use them effectively; how to interpret the results; the principles of access arrangements and how to write suitable and appropriate assessment reports for submission to examination boards. You will not only gain the BPS Test User Educational qualification, but you will also be able to join the BPS’s Register of Qualifications in Test Use — a publicly searchable database of competence that will bolster your professional reputation.
    • Access Arrangements Update (Free)
      • Access Arrangements Update (Free)
      • This online refresher in assessment and access arrangements will help you gain the knowledge and understanding of the latest JCQ regulations. It will also develop your professional development and practice in assessment. To enrol on this course you must already hold either the Certificate in Psychometric Testing, Assessment and Access Arrangements (CPT3A) or the SpLD Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). Please note: if you are currently doing CPT3A and want to access some additional teaching, we are happy to accept you.
    • Assistant Test User (ATU)
      • Assistant Test User (ATU)
      • If you want to train and develop a professionally qualified team around you to administer a large number of tests, then this online or intensive course is a cost-effective way to save time and build expertise within your organisation – enabling teaching assistants or teachers to help administer tests.
    • Cognitive Abilities Profile (CAP) course
      • Cognitive Abilities Profile (CAP) course
      • A broad range of education professionals need to be able to assess student progress effectively. This Cognitive Abilities Profile (CAP) course will bring the unique benefits of dynamic assessment (DA) and cognitive education into the mainstream work of practitioner psychologists and specialist teachers. Learn how to use the CAP to structure an in-depth individualised assessment. By using CAP for systematic consultation and observation, the need to carry out individual direct work with a particular student may not be required. This course is designed to train professionals in the comprehensive use of CAP. This detailed evidence-based tool for consultation and structured data collection can be used by a range of professionals, including: educational and clinical psychologists; therapists; SENCOs and specialist teachers.
    • Dyslexia: Professional Report Writing
      • Dyslexia: Professional Report Writing
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Do you want to really learn how to assess and identify individuals with dyslexia effectively, sensitively and individually? If you do, and you already have CCET and British Dyslexia Association Approved Teacher Status (ATS), then this course is your gateway to the SpLD Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). Gain the professional advantage with the only dyslexia assessment study programme to have been developed by leading educational psychologists (EPs) in partnership with teaching professionals.
  • Speech, language and communication

    • Speech, language and communication

      Speech, language and communication difficulties affect almost one-in-14 five-year-olds.

      Therefore, a developed, professional understanding of speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) is an essential skill that will have a lasting impact on the lives of pupils with SLCN.
    • Speech, Language and Communication Needs
      • Speech, Language and Communication Needs
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Practice and develop the key skills that will enable you to have a positive impact on the speech, language and communication needs of children in your setting. Get to grips with the key theories, research and policies and understand how to critique knowledge and existing practice effectively.
  • Learning difficulties

    • Learning difficulties

      Improving outcomes for children with learning difficulties is one of the greatest challenges facing education professionals today.

      We're passionate about helping education professionals develop the confidence and expertise to ensure that vulnerable learners have the best chance to succeed. So, whether you're a teacher, teaching assistant, head teacher or other professional, there's a module to help you.
    • Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)
      • Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET)
        • 30Credits
        • Leading to the British Psychological Society Test User Educational qualification
      • This course will embed good assessment practice into your evaluation of students’ learning. It will enable you to use psychometric tools appropriately to make the right judgments about where your children are, how they have progressed (or not) and what the next steps are for their education. Identify patterns of strength and barriers to learning. Take your competence in educational psychometric testing to another level with the British Psychological Society's (BPS) gold standard qualification and open the door to a world of BPS qualifications, benefits and recognition.
    • Autism Spectrum Conditions
      • Autism Spectrum Conditions
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Bridge the gap. Make a real difference to children and young people with autism in your setting. Give each autistic child in your care the best possible outcome through practice-led learning. Develop the relevant skills and knowledge to bridge the autism support and teaching gaps in your setting. Gain a critical understanding of the relevant theories, research and policies, and the ability to assess knowledge and existing practice.
    • Cognition and Learning
      • Cognition and Learning
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Cognition and learning is a new 30 credit Skills & Knowledge module for Real Training's Masters in SEND programme, lead by Dr Jane Yeomans. This masters module is designed to help participants develop awareness of the models and frameworks used to understand the concepts of cognition and learning, and the relationships between this process and specific special educational needs.
    • Dyslexia: Leadership and Intervention
      • Dyslexia: Leadership and Intervention
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Change the landscape. Learn how to lead and make difficult but effective interventions in dyslexia. Learn the latest thinking and interventions surrounding dyslexia. Broaden your professional practice to include the management of whole school interventions and staff who teach dyslexic individuals.
    • Dyslexia: Professional Report Writing
      • Dyslexia: Professional Report Writing
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Do you want to really learn how to assess and identify individuals with dyslexia effectively, sensitively and individually? If you do, and you already have CCET and British Dyslexia Association Approved Teacher Status (ATS), then this course is your gateway to the SpLD Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). Gain the professional advantage with the only dyslexia assessment study programme to have been developed by leading educational psychologists (EPs) in partnership with teaching professionals.
    • Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
      • Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Develop your understanding of social, emotional and mental health difficulties and how to promote social, emotional and mental health; bring your practice right up-to-date; and enhance your professional development as a reflective, research-led practitioner. Understand the skills that you need to use to make a positive difference to your setting -- and practice them in your setting too. Develop the essential knowledge of the latest policies, theories and research. Acquire the ability to critique knowledge and existing practice seamlessly.
  • Special education needs coordination

    • Special education needs coordination

      The role of a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) is an important one. All SENCOs are qualified teachers and all SENCOs need training.

      Many of our courses are very useful for new to role, experienced and aspiring SENCOs. In particular, the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASCO) is an essential gold standard and evidences skills, competences and leadership abilities in managing SEND provision.
    • National Award for SEN Coordination
      • National Award for SEN Coordination
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Gain the essential SENCO qualification. Since its introduction in 2009 this course has been the benchmark required training for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators and those aspiring to the role. Our course is consistently rated by delegates as 'excellent training with first class tutoring'. The practice-based learning is structured around carefully designed learning experiences that engage directly with your own work.
    • International Award for SEN Coordination
      • International Award for SEN Coordination
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Designed for educators working in International Schools and settings, this unique course brings the gold standard of practice-led learning and development from Real Training's market-leading National Award and opens it to professionals who do not have UK QTS. Our UK course is consistently rated by delegates as 'excellent training with first class tutoring'. The practice-based learning is structured around carefully designed learning experiences that engage directly with your own work.
    • Dyslexia: Leadership and Intervention
      • Dyslexia: Leadership and Intervention
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Change the landscape. Learn how to lead and make difficult but effective interventions in dyslexia. Learn the latest thinking and interventions surrounding dyslexia. Broaden your professional practice to include the management of whole school interventions and staff who teach dyslexic individuals.
    • Enquiry-Based Practice
      • Enquiry-Based Practice
        • 60Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Develop the skills and knowledge to produce culturally relevant and responsive services that make a positive difference. Understand each child in the context of their familial and professional support networks. Engage directly with your professional setting, through practical activities structured around our unique learning experiences. Work towards the completion of your Action Research project using supporting theories, reflection and taking part in example activities.
  • Social, mental and emotional health

    • Social, mental and emotional health

      The great challenge for mainstream education is to enhance social inclusion and provision for children and young people whilst also improving their mental and emotional health.

      Real Training's modules look at the psychological underpinnings – the perspectives that you will need to understand – which will enable you to grasp why children behave in the way that they do. Most importantly, they will show you what you can do to safeguard inclusion.

      Many people are wary of children with behavioural difficulties because, emotionally, they are the hardest to manage and sustain. Our modules enable you to increase your knowledge base around this catchment and allow you to understand why children behave in the way that they do.
    • Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
      • Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Develop your understanding of social, emotional and mental health difficulties and how to promote social, emotional and mental health; bring your practice right up-to-date; and enhance your professional development as a reflective, research-led practitioner. Understand the skills that you need to use to make a positive difference to your setting -- and practice them in your setting too. Develop the essential knowledge of the latest policies, theories and research. Acquire the ability to critique knowledge and existing practice seamlessly.
  • Autism

    • Autism

      Last year, the House of Commons All-Party Group on Autism highlighted the training gap in school provision for children with autism.

      It recommended that there should be 'a lead teacher for autism in every school' and that 'every child with autism should have an action plan that is regularly updated and sets appropriate objectives against which progress can be measured.' Real Training's modules provide a unique opportunity for schools and teachers to meet this challenge.
    • Autism Spectrum Conditions
      • Autism Spectrum Conditions
        • 30Credits
        • Quality assured by Middlesex University
      • Bridge the gap. Make a real difference to children and young people with autism in your setting. Give each autistic child in your care the best possible outcome through practice-led learning. Develop the relevant skills and knowledge to bridge the autism support and teaching gaps in your setting. Gain a critical understanding of the relevant theories, research and policies, and the ability to assess knowledge and existing practice.

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