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nasen Academy offers flexible, engaging CPD courses that strengthen SEND practice and fit your time.

What is nasen Academy?

nasen Academy sits at the forefront of our CPD ecosystem - a modern, intuitive platform offering flexible, specialist-led online learning. 
All courses are developed by nasen specialists and grounded in evidence-based practice.

nasen Academy offers

  • Flexible, on-demand modules you can complete at your pace
  • Specialist-led courses for deeper development and impact
  • Interactive CPD modules aligned with best practice and evolving policy
  • Personalised pathways with clear professional development and progress tracking
  • Mobile-first access - learn anytime, anywhere

Course Catalogue

Specialist-led learning for every role

  • Essential CPD modules for early-career educators
  • Detailed courses for SENCOs, leaders and governors
  • Modules focused on inclusive teaching, specific needs and whole-school approaches
  • Regularly updated content aligned with national developments

 

Meeting increasing social, emotional and mental health needs in mainstream settings

Designed for education practitioners in mainstream settings, this course explores Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in children and young people. It examines behaviour as communication and the underlying causes of SEMH difficulties, including trauma, neurodivergence, and environmental factors.

Myth Busting the Magic of Multisensory Rooms

This course critically examines multisensory rooms, their types, evidence base, and effective use. It includes design principles, facilitation strategies, and impact measurement. 

Neurodiversity: Exploring Identity, Resilience and Acceptance

This course explores neurodiversity, identity formation, and resilience in learners. It promotes inclusive practice, learner voice, and a strengths-based approach. 

SEND for governors: The essentials for effective oversight

This course helps governors and trustees understand their strategic responsibilities in SEND, covering identification, provision, funding, and legislation. 

SEND for Governors: Using data to drive inclusion

Designed for governors and trustees, this course explores how data can support inclusive practice and improve outcomes for learners with SEND.

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

This course provides foundational knowledge of ACEs, their effects, and trauma-informed approaches to support resilience and recovery. 

Understanding Dyslexia

A comprehensive exploration of dyslexia, its definitions, causes, and impact. The course includes strategies for support and inclusive practice. 

Understanding Trauma Informed Practice

This foundational course explores trauma, its impact on development and behaviour, and introduces trauma-informed strategies and principles. 

Take your development further with nasen Academy

Access high-quality training delivered by specialists, designed for anyone working with learners with SEND. Select the option that matches your needs – become a Plus member, sign up for an individual account, or explore solutions for whole-team access.

Who is nasen Academy for?

Tailored to every role supporting children and young people with SEND.

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Teachers

Practical strategies and CPD to support inclusive classroom practice.

Support Staff

Support Staff

Flexible training that builds everyday confidence in SEND.

SENCOs

SENCOs

Deep-dive courses and leadership-focused development pathways.

Early Years Practitioners

Early Years Practitioners

Training shaped around EYFS needs and early identification.

School Leaders

School Leaders

Strategic CPD to strengthen whole-school SEND culture and practice..

Trust Leaders

Trust Leaders

Insight-led development to support consistency and improvement across multiple schools.

Governors

Governors

Clear guidance and CPD to support strong, effective oversight of SEND.

Parents & Carers

Parents & Carers

Guidance and supportive learning to help navigate SEND at home and in partnership with schools.

Begin your CPD journey with nasen Academy

Explore flexible, specialist-led online learning designed for everyone supporting children and young people with SEND. Choose the route that fits you – upgrade to Plus, join as a new Plus member, or enquire about organisation-wide access.

Core Members

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Plus Members

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Organisations & MATs

Bring nasen Academy to your organisation with tailored access for teams.

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