Learn about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), symptoms, latest research and treatment.

Challenge your own definitions and perceptions of autism and ADHD. Examine several key themes, to obtain skills to support diagnosed people

Attachment classifications and how they are assessed.  The features of caregiving that influence attachment, and the significance of attachment for lifespan development.

Autism is a highly varied condition and can be associated with exceptional academic ability through to intellectual disability.

Transform your classroom with this CPD-certified course for teachers. Support learning by building trust and improving behaviour.

Help to understand the barriers or challenges that can be faced by children and young people with a physical disability and the steps that can be taken to overcome these.

*Please be aware you have to register on the website first before accessing the course, which can take up to 48 hours, you won’t have immediate access.

Clear, easy to follow slide show with voice over (1 hour)

30 sensory strategies (30 mins reading)

How you can support the development of these skills on a day-to-day basis, how to spot children and young people who might be struggling to develop these important skills.

Please note, they are experiencing a surge in demand, which is causing the application to buffer. If your browers is timing out after sigining up, give it some time and try again later. Also use a PC/laptop and Chrome.

Speech Sound difficulties: Includes several short video clips to support understanding.

(15 minute read)

Easy read facts plus short video clip simulating hearing loss (30mins)

Three really helpful video clips featuring young people (30 mins)

DfE funded: designed to support all teachers to reflect on their own practice in the context of collaborative learning, experiential learning and cognitive development, each one is in in 6 modules

2.  http://dyscalculia.me.uk/articles.html

2. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/readability-guide-dyslexia-reading-diffic ulties-6190575

Mary Myatt Lab

Introductory course for anyone who is interested in children’s development, especially support staff.   You will be introduced to some core ideas surrounding development and learning, behaviour, special needs and disabilities.

Four theories of child development are explored. By the end of this course you will have a good understanding of each of the theories and will probably have begun to challenge your own assumptions about how your own children, or children you know, have developed over time.

Look at differing perspectives on inclusion, in particular the way that medical and social models have influenced and shaped current thinking.

Think about barriers to inclusion and the difference between integration and inclusion.

Understand the differences between tutoring and mentoring in Initial Teacher Education (ITE), consider the similarities and differences between tutoring and mentoring pedagogy, develop a range of strategies for supporting beginner teachers

Explores the principles and best practices underpinning mentorship.

Explore ways of listening to children in order to support their experiences of changes or transitions.

Explore how listening to children as they go through such fundamental transitions can enable adults to personalise support, and ensure children can become confident, active participants in a new setting.

Examines the area of brain-based learning, with a particular focus on the development of the young child's brain, and is of particular relevance to those who work with young children.

Young people with few good-quality relationships in their lives often find that entering into informal relationships with adults who respect, accept, like and really listen to them is a new life experience.

This course explores different approaches in developing relationships and working practices which can inform work with young people.

Examine the place play has in the curriculum, identify definitions of play and demonstrate an awareness of ideas about the value of play and adults' attitudes towards play.

A lot of useful learning resources on their website.  You can work through a variety of topics in their Health Advice section.

Please be aware, when you first go on the website there are a couple of pop up boxes, one asking you to register and one asking you to donate.

You can close both by clicking on the ‘x’.  There is no requirement to register or donate, to access the website.

4 short modules.

This is American, in case any of the inhalers look different

Short film about recognising as asthma attack

How to:  Recognise the symptoms of diabetes; treat diabetes through lifestyle and medication; diabetes is monitored; recognise risk of complications; encourage self-management.

Awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, signs and symptoms and how to support.

Focuses on best practice when monitoring glucose levels and how to administer insulin using various different devices.

Basic facts and figures about epilepsy.  What to do if a pupil has a seizure at school.  Some issues that affect children and young people with epilepsy

Builds on the topics covered in Epilepsy Awareness for Schools.

Statutory guidance on supporting pupils with epilepsy in England.  How to produce and use IHPs.  How epilepsy can affect learning, behaviour and wellbeing.  Safety at school and on trips.

Information for school staff including what to do in the event of a seizure

2. https://www.redcross.org.uk/first-aid/learn-first-aid-for-babies-and-children/epileptic-seizure

Valuable awareness raising rather than formal training

Special Education Resource Centre

Generic log in for all staff

User name:  staff@learntolivefederation.co.uk

Password:  cutefox93

This toolkit offers advice, support and information to help us navigate the world of financial support and choices

To support and inform parents; to aid them to help children and young people understand and manage the difficulties of contact after DSVA (Domestic and Sexual Violence and Abuse).

It aims to provide learners with information on COVID-19 and suggests best practice for businesses in the current climate

A self-care toolkit