This Cognition and Learning module will allow you to explore the interplay between cognitive functioning and development, the learning environment and the socio-cultural context for learning. It addresses theories related to intellectual development including reference to historical and political contexts.
You will gain in-depth knowledge of what constitutes cognition, including the relationship between cognition and learning and models of disability. This knowledge will enable you to provide advice to parents, colleagues, managers and evaluate interventions to ensure they provide effective support to help manage cognition and learning needs across your setting.
This module is a core module on our Assessment pathway, but when combined with other modules can also be completed as part of a different pathway on our SEND and Inclusion Programme or our Inclusive Educational Leadership Programme.
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Cohorts begin in January, May, or September.
The next cohort begins on 15 May 2024. Book and enrol before 15 May 2024 to join our next cohort.
This module will benefit you and your setting in a wide variety of ways. Over the duration of the course, you will:
Cohorts begin in January, May, or September.
The next cohort begins on 15 May 2024. Book and enrol before 15 May 2024 to join our next cohort.
The module is split into three strands:
Strand 1: what is cognition and learning?
Strand 2: assessment and teaching related to cognition and learning: research and theory
Strand 3: Practical applications
Identifying, assessing and teaching individuals with cognition and learning difficulties, including interrogating the evidence base for interventions
Your assessments will consist of the following:
Our courses are delivered through Campus Online, our unique provision for online learning.
Campus Online allows you to study at your own pace, without the need to travel, or commit to particular dates or times. Log in to access your study materials, contact your personal tutor for support, connect and network with other delegates and make use of the extensive resource library.
You can easily track your progress throughout the course and submit your work and evidence of assignments for feedback
You must hold an undergraduate degree.
You will need to be working in an educational setting for this module. If you aren’t currently working in an educational setting you will need written permission from a senior member of staff to regularly access a setting. We can show you the best way to do this, enabling you to carry out our learning activities in your chosen setting. As part of this process, you will also need to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Visit GOV.UK for more information.
Are you based in an international setting?
This course is available online and can, therefore, be completed anywhere in the world. Please click here for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
We offer a flexible range of fees to suit you:
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Cohorts begin in January, May, or September.
The next cohort begins on 15 May 2024. Book and enrol before 15 May 2024 to join our next cohort.
Please note: as it takes time to process your application and payment, we strongly recommend you register as soon as possible, so that you don’t miss the next intake.
The duration of this module is up to one year.
We do understand, however, that circumstances can arise that could prevent the course being completed in this time period. If this is the case, an extension can be arranged in conjunction with the admin team and your tutor.
Dr Jane Yeomans is a teaching fellow at the University of Birmingham and a vastly-experienced EP. She continues to be active in other Higher Education roles as External Examiner for the University of Manchester’s professional training course and for the University College London post qualification doctorate in educational psychology. She is a distinguished academic with over 30 years’ experience as a teacher and EP in nursery, primary and secondary settings.