SEND law and young people (post-16): 9th September

Date: Friday 9th September

Duration: 5 hours (09:45 - 14:45, including breaks and Q&A)

Format: virtual, via Zoom webinar

Delivered live via zoom, this one day training is designed specifically for parents, carers and supporting family members of children who are approaching being above, or are already above, compulsory school age, or who are young people (post-16).

The training covers:

• What your local authority and education setting should be doing to help
• The framework of the Children and Families Act 2014, including SEN support, EHC needs assessments, content of EHC plans and annual reviews
• How the Mental Capacity Act 2005 may apply
• Social care duties, including the transition from child to adult social care
• Transport duties relating to those over compulsory school age

The content will be particularly relevant to those who are navigating post-16 education and training for the first time, as well as those who want to refresh their knowledge or gain a greater understanding of the law.

If you have any questions about this training please do not hesitate to contact our Training Coordinator at [email protected].

Please note, this training relates to the law as it applies in England.