Speech and Language UK: Introduction to SLCN

As part of the EYSEND Partnership, the children’s communication charity Speech and Language UK (formerly I CAN) offers training for early years SENCOs, managers, and early years practitioners to enable excellent support for Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) in early years settings.

The training is provided at two levels – Core (Introductory) and In-Depth (Advanced).

You may choose to start with the core training and move to the in-depth, or if you have had previous SLCN training, you could move straight to the in-depth training.

Core (Introductory) Training Webcasts: This training consists of two pre-recorded webcast modules that you can view at a time to suit you; on your own or in small groups. The webcasts last 90 minutes each and include opportunities to reflect and consider application to your own early years setting. 

You can then book a follow-up live coaching webinar to help you implement what you have learned.

Core (Introductory) Training Follow-Up Webinar: After watching the two core training webcasts, you can attend a follow-up coaching live webinar which will help you apply learning from modules 1 and 2.  You will also be provided with information on how to access your certificate. 

In-Depth (Advanced) Training Live Webinar: Once you have completed I CAN’s core (introductory) training, or if you have previous training in supporting SLCN in early years settings (or you are already more knowledgeable in supporting SLCN) you will be able to access the In-Depth Training: Ensuring Quality Support for SLCN in Early Years Settings. 

Supporting Social Communication in the Early Years (Advanced) Training Live Webinar: This training offer focuses specifically on social communication in the early years. If you have accessed previous training in supporting SLCN in early years settings, or you are already more knowledgeable in supporting SLCN, this training is for you.