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.



What You Will 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

Who Should Attend!

  • Parents and families curious about the golden thread or EHCPs.