College of Allied Educators provides a series of WSQ courses that may give you a head start if you’re looking to start your career in the special education industry or may be exploring a mid-career change and want to work with children.
Play therapy is a therapeutic approach that involves using play and creative activities to help children process their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. This type of therapy has been used for decades and has been proven to be effective in helping children overcome a wide range of psychological and emotional issues.
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A child with special needs requires special attention and considerations. It’s not just the child that is affected, but their family is also deeply affected, and needs to be actively involved in their child’s success.
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If you’re exploring a mid-career change and want to work with children, Early Intervention pathway might be for you.
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The holidays are for fun and family, and we should keep in mind that these holidays can be especially important for children.
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Inclusive education is education that makes consideration for and understands the needs of students’ differences and diversity whether those are physical, emotional, social, or academic. If you’re looking to start your career in the special education industry or may be exploring a mid-career change and want to work with children, CAE’s Certificate in Inclusive Education may be right for you!
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Dyspraxia is a neurological condition that affects a child’s physical coordination and movement. It’s also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder and can affect up to 6% of the population, with boys more likely to be affected.
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Early childhood intervention is an educational and support system for young children who have developmental delays or disabilities. It also supports children who may have been victims of abuse or neglect.
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Let’s face it, children aren’t always easy to understand. There is a tendency among adults to assume children are simpler than adults, but children can be very complex, and while their behaviour can often tell us their mindset, it can just as well end up doing the opposite!
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Dyslexia is the most common learning disability affecting up to 10% of the population; yet misconceptions and myths run rampant. We have all heard them at some point. A common example is that dyslexic children are not smart and have lower IQ, or dyslexic people can’t read.
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