The Golden Thread: Empowering Parents of Children with SEND
What you'll learn
- Understand 2019 SEND reforms
- Understand the differences between aspirations, needs, outcomes, and provisions
- Understand the 4 areas of need/outcomes/provisions
- Understand how to apply the Golden Thread in EHCP planning
Requirements
- No experience or prior knowledge needed.
Description
The course "Nurturing the Golden Thread: Empowering Parents of Children with Special Needs" is a comprehensive program meticulously crafted to equip parents with the knowledge, skills, and unwavering support required to advocate for their children's holistic growth and development effectively. In the remarkable journey of parenting a child with special needs, there is a profound "golden thread" encompassing Aspirations, Needs, Outcomes, and Provisions, gracefully weaving through every challenge.
This transformative course is dedicated to assisting parents in recognising this golden thread and fortifying it, enabling them to navigate their children's distinctive needs with profound confidence and boundless optimism. Parenting a child with special needs often entails emotional challenges. This course provides tools and strategies to manage stress, cultivate emotional resilience, and uncover the significance of establishing the correct information and harnessing available resources.
Through this course, parents will delve into the intricacies of their children's aspirations, requirements, expected outcomes, and necessary provisions. Parents will also develop essential advocacy skills, including compassionate and assertive communication, navigating the complexities of Educational Health Care Plans, and championing their children's rights within the educational landscape.
No specific prerequisites are required to enrol in this course. A genuine commitment to learning and a profound dedication to advocating for your child's well-being are the only prerequisites.
Who this course is for:
- Parents and families curious about the golden thread or EHCPs.
Instructor
- 4.8 Instructor Rating
- 17 Reviews
- 1,280 Students
- 1 Course
Ruth D-Whyte is a renowned figure in the field of education, boasting a remarkable career spanning more than 25 years. Her professional journey has taken her both internationally and locally, where she has been instrumental in establishing a multi-phase school and numerous inclusive centers dedicated to serving special needs children through a Christian and inclusive educational approach.
With a master's degree in Education (MSC) under her belt and her current pursuit of a MSC course in Psychology, Ruth's commitment to academic excellence is evident. However, among all her accomplishments, she holds her role as a special needs parent in the highest regard. Ruth is not only an advocate for inclusive education but also a passionate champion for fellow parents of special needs children. She actively supports them in their advocacy efforts to secure bright futures for their children. Ruth empowers these parents by fostering their professional growth and development as they navigate the journey of discovering and nurturing their children's unique talents and capabilities.
Additionally, Ruth collaborates closely with schools and educators, taking on the role of a teacher leader. In this capacity, she contributes significantly to the advancement of education and the betterment of teaching practices, all while upholding the principles of inclusivity and equality.