The OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Teaching Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities offers a comprehensive program designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary to create inclusive learning environments for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Throughout the Ofqual SEN course, participants explore specialized action learning techniques applicable within specific subject areas, enhancing educators’ ability to provide targeted instruction to students with SEND. Course completion provides you with a solid foundation to support the educational success and well-being of students with SEN & Disabilities.
Further your teaching career with Asian College of Teachers, the approved delivery centre of Ofqual regulated OTHM Qualifications
Curriculum
| Unit | Credits |
|---|---|
| Understanding and Managing Behaviours in a Learning Environment | 6 |
| Action Learning for Teaching in a Specialist Area of Disability | 15 |
| Understanding Theories and Frameworks for Teaching Disabled Learners | 15 |
Course Duration
The qualification is structured to span one .....
Course Duration
The qualification is structured to span one academic year for full-time study in an online mode of learning ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. Approved centers offer distance and online learning formats, providing accessibility and convenience for learners seeking to pursue the qualification while balancing other commitments.
Eligibility
This qualification targets learners typically .....
Eligibility
This qualification targets learners typically aged 19 and above, with the following entry requirements:
Alternatively, learners may meet the entry criteria if they:
English proficiency requirements:
Course Fee
The fee for our 1-year Diploma program is.....
Course Fee
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Certification
On completing the course, you.....
Certification
On completing the course, you will get a certificate from OTHM Qualifications UK, regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation).
The ACT Advantage

Upon completion of the OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Teaching Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), individuals unlock numerous job opportunities within the field of special education. Potential roles include: Special Education Teacher, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Coordinator, Behavior Support Specialist, Education Consultant, Special Education Advocate, etc. These positions enable individuals to make meaningful contributions to the educational journey and well-being of learners with special needs.
Please find below the detailed steps to be followed as a part of the admission process.



















