Post Graduate Diploma in Special Needs Education

• A 10+2 or equivalent qualification from a recognised university in any discipline
• Both aspiring, as well as experienced teachers who wish to specialize, are eligible to apply

• Duration of the course is 200 hours.
• This Diploma Course has to be completed within a period of  1 year
• Since you can choose your learning pace, the course can also be completed in a Fast Track Mode.

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About this course

a) Post Graduate Diploma in Special Needs Education is a course specifically tailored for Students or Teachers who wish to work in this field of Children with Special Needs.

b) This course is designed for teachers who wish to teach Special Needs Children.  The course focuses on Identifying and Evaluating the various conditions in a child at an Early Stage so that normal development is not hampered.

c) The Post Graduate Diploma in Special Needs Education includes:

1. Methods and theories of teaching Mentally Challenged children with conditions like Autism Disorder, and Learning about Other associated disorders like Sensory Difficulties, Visual & Hearing Impairment, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), Down Syndrome, Physically Challenged and Sensory Limitations.
2. Get in-depth knowledge of ADHD and Down syndrome and the Role of Parents and Teachers in supporting such children.
3. Covers the Characteristics of Autistic children and their transition from Child to Adolescence to Adulthood.
4. Also covers Asperger’s Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome and High Functioning Autism.

Who can do this course?

a) Aspiring teachers who want to shape their career as a special educator or a shadow teacher.

b) Working teachers who want to upgrade their skills to be able to effectively teach children with special needs.

c) Students who are interested in developing their career in this field.

d) Individuals who are looking for a career change.

Mode of Training

The course is available Online.

Certification

a) Globally Accredited Certificate from British Learning

b) The certificate holds the same weightage as an in-class teachers training program.

c) British Learning’s certificate is in high demand in the market because of the quality standards approved by the Leading International Quality Certifying Company.

d) British Learning is affiliated with Leading International Companies/Educational Institutions and ensures that students learn the Latest International curriculum in the Industry.

Job Opportunities

Teachers for Special Needs Children are in high demand as awareness has tremendously increased over time. Multiple institutes for Special Needs Children are opening up.

Numerous existing schools and educational institutions around the world are looking to employ teachers who can teach children with special needs skillfully and efficiently and bring them up to speed with their peers. This has made way for abundant jobs in teaching.

British Learnings cutting-edge, industry-relevant curriculum and Internationally Accredited Certificate make our candidates highly eligible for these job openings.

Following options and roles are most sought after:

a) Shadow Teacher / Special Needs Tutor

b) In-service teacher who can modify the classroom environment to support students with special needs.

c) Teacher in Special Children School.

d) Work for an NGO that caters to children with Disabilities.

e) Special Education Caregiver who holistically addresses their problems in regular or special schools.

f) Parent – This course does wonders to for Parents who intend to Effectively manage their child with a learning disability.

Placements

British Learning has a dedicated in-house Placement Cell. We regularly receive numerous requests for Job Vacancies from various preschools, day-care centers and educational institutions within India and abroad.

We extend 100% placement support to all our students who successfully complete their course within 6 months.

Disclaimer

Post Graduate Diploma in Special Needs Education Course is specifically designed for teachers and to sensitize them and give them knowledge about special children. It does not in any way equip them to be doctors/Medical Practitioners or prescribe any medicines or equip them to treat children with special needs.

Chapter 1

Concept, History and Definition of Special education

1.1 Objectives

1.2 History of Special Education

1.3 Modern Trends and issues in Special Education

Chapter 2

Understanding and managing Special children in a classroom

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Crucial Areas of development to normal functioning

2.3 Impairment, disability and handicap

2.4 The Role of teacher to handle a special child

2.5 The disabled child and the family

2.6 Emotions experienced by parents of Special children

Chapter 3

Children with Physical Disability

3.1 Introduction

3.2 To Learn and understand factors that Cause Physical Disabilities

3.3 Physical Disability due to other conditions

3.4 Rehabilitation of Children with Physical Disabilities

Chapter 4

Children with Mental Retardation

4.1 What Is Mental Retardation?

4.2 Areas that are usually affected

4.3 Degrees of Mental Retardation

4.4 Identify Mentally Disabled Child

4.5 Causes of Mental Retardation

4.6 To Learn and Work with Mentally Disabled Child

Chapter 5

Children with Behaviour Difficulties

5.1 Children with Behaviour Difficulties

5.2 General Causes of Behaviour Difficulties

5.3 Types of Behaviour Difficulties

5.4 Fears and Phobias

Chapter 6

Children with Visual Impairment

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Symptoms of Children with Visual Impairment

6.3 Classroom setting for Visually Impaired children

6.4 Monitor student progress

6.5 Play activities for Visually Impaired Children

Chapter 7

Various Therapies for Special Needs Children

7.1 Various Therapies for Special Needs Children

Chapter 8

Building a Joyful Life for Special Needs Children

8.1 The Benefit of Parents and Teachers Working Together for a Child with Special Needs

8.2 Parents and Teachers work in Connection with each other to share the experience

Chapter 9

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

9.1 Symptoms, causes and types of ADHD

9.2 ADHD and Brain Activation/ Helpful tips for Parenting

9.3 Downs Syndrome and ADHD

9.4 Supporting children in Classroom and at home

Chapter 10

Down Syndrome

10.1 Identifying and understanding Down Syndrome in Children

10.2 Causes and Complications of Downs Syndrome

10.3 Inclusive Education for children with Down Syndrome

10.4 Applications and Case Study

Chapter 11

Autism

11.1 Types, Causes and Symptoms of ASD

11,2 ASD and Social Skills/Understanding Language Reciprocity

11.3 Techniques for teaching children with ASD

11.4 Types of play skills for Autistic Learners

11.5 Applications and Case Study

How do you start your course?

A. Select your Course
B. If you are not sure which is the “Right Course” for you, call us on 9004090099 and our Trained Student Counsellors will guide you.
C. Complete your Payment Procedure.
D. Download the Android App from the Google Playstore.
E. You will be assigned a Login ID and Password.
F. You will be also assigned a dedicated Senior Teacher who will be available to solve your doubts over Phone, WhatsApp or a Zoom Call.

How does this Online Course exactly work?

1. Login into our website using your Login ID and Password.
   B. You will find access to all the training Material there.
   C. Our Android App is also full of resources which you can access on the GO!
   D. View the Videos of your Choice or refer to the exhaustive Training Material prepared by our Experts.
   E. Attend Live Classes scheduled by your Senior Teachers.
   F. And if you still have doubts, your Senior Teacher is always just a call away.

 How do I complete my Certification?

1. Once you are done with your Course, please inform your Senior Teacher.
   B. She will schedule a Simple MCQ Test for you.
   C. After completing your course, you can download a soft copy of your certificate from your account.
   D. If you need the Original Certificate in a Hard copy format, no worries! We can courier it to your address at no added cost to you, anywhere in India. If you stay abroad, call us we will work that out for you.

 And yes! Even though the education is Online, we are always there to assist you. Just Call 9004090099

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