Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA
About this course
FdA in Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision), a primary education degree focused on special educational needs and inclusive practice. Core topics include Research Methods and Ethics & Professional Practice. This two-year full-time programme is designed for support staff working in specialist educational settings. The first year covers foundational concepts through Introduction to SEND, Diversity and Inclusion, Using Digital Technology to Inspire and Support Learning, Work-Based Practice: The Reflective Practitioner, Social and Cultural Dimensions of Difference and Diversity, and Encouraging Voices. The second year expands into specialist areas through Work-based Practice: Reflective Practices, Social, Emotional and Mental Health Perspectives, Autism and Class Support, Cognitive and Learning Needs, Physical and Sensory Needs, and Collaborative Working. Studies conclude with an Independent Research Project.
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Entry requirements
Level 3 qualification, for example Level 3 diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning, NVQ Level 3, A levels (EE) or BTEC Diploma (PP), HLTA status or relevant professional development courses at HE level. A minimum of 12 months experience working as a Teaching Assistant or other learning support role within a SEND school or SEND unit within a mainstream school or an appropriate setting that supports learning. Other Entry Requirements: You should provide a full Education history, including details of any Level 3 qualifications you may have. If you do not have a full Level 3 Extended Diploma, we may ask you to submit a written task before providing you with an offer. Maths and English GCSE’s are not required but are recommended, especially for applicants seeking entry into Teacher Training post-BALT. You will need to provide details of your current workplace and job role, it would also be helpful to get a sense of your whole experience of working in education or alternative settings with children and young people. You can also provide details of other jobs you have had. You should also provide a full supporting statement, detailing your professional background, why you would like to do the course and what will the course prepare you for in the long term (whether this is teaching or not). You will need to ask your Headteacher to provide a supporting statement. This should be a character reference and an endorsement to release you from your workplace for one day a week. An applicant who does not meet these criteria may be considered, depending on their ability to demonstrate their suitability for admission, e.g. by completion of a written task in lieu of qualifications. Students may use Approval of Prior Learning scheme (APL) to apply for entry onto the programme as descr
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 45%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 20%
- Other Educational Professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 120 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 76%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 8%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to SEND, Diversity and Inclusion
- Using Digital Technology to Inspire and Support Learning
- Work-Based Practice: The Reflective Practitioner
- Social and Cultural Dimensions of Difference and Diversity
- Encouraging Voices
- Work-based Practice: Reflective Practices
- Independent Research Project
- Social, Emotional and Mental Health Perspectives
- Autism and Class Support
- Cognitive and Learning Needs
- Physical and Sensory Needs
- Collaborative Working
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £21,000 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £22,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £15,000 and £29,000. The £22,000 median after five years is £10,500 less than the UK median for Teacher training.
What do graduates of Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA at University of Northampton do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA at University of Northampton?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is EE at A level.
How many students continue on Learning & Teaching (SEN/D and Inclusive Provision) FdA at University of Northampton?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.