Microcredential – Facilitate Learning for Students with Disabilities
This course will teach you how to support students with disabilities in the classroom. You’ll discover how to use inclusive practices, create a safe and welcoming environment, and work closely with teachers to help each student succeed. The course also covers how to assist with individual behavior plans and use the right resources to support learning.
Course Structure
Unit - Facilitate Learning for Students with Disabilities
- Identify school policies and procedures
- Regulatory requirements for working with students with disabilities
- Access to policies and procedures
- Acts and regulations
- Discrimination / anti-discrimination
- Compliance requirements for staff
- Codes of Ethics
- Personal values and attitudes towards disabilities
- Reflection and biases
- Improvements to practice
- Appropriate and non-discriminatory language
- Different forms of disability and the language for describing them
- Language used to communicate with students
- What not to say and what to say instead
- Strategies to enhance all students’ sense of belonging
- Belonging and inclusion
- Access and equity
- Inclusion
- Learning about inclusion
- Holistic and individual-centred care
- Interact with students in ways that show respect
- Respecting individual rights, opinions and confidentiality
- Parental consent
- Safety and legislation
- Hierarchy of Control
- Steps for a safe learning environment
- Cultural safety
- Hygiene and infection control
- Safety in the classroom and for excursion
- Duty of Care
- Strategies for promoting belonging
- Barriers and challenges that prevent feelings of belonging
- Input on goals and support strategies
- Gathering data
- Individual behaviour plans
- Planning development meetings
- Constructive collaboration
- Implementing strategies for inappropriate behaviour
Study Hours
Estimated duration 15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
My experience with AOC has been amazing! I enjoy independent study so this course was very convenient for me. I found the content easy to read and the questions asked clearly stated what they wanted. Doing this online course also worked in perfectly with my busy schedule.
Tara | Carrum Downs, VIC | Facilitate Learning for Students with Disabilities
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional development for individuals working or aspiring to work in the education or community services sectors.
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