The ShipCon SEN & Autism Online Academy is a specialised initiative designed to provide practical, high-quality training in Special Educational Needs, Autism, and Inclusive Education.
The academy has been developed by experienced professionals who have worked extensively across education, healthcare, social care, and family support systems.
Meet the Experts
The academy was initiated by:
Angela Winstanley
A highly experienced trainer and consultant in Autism, Social Care, and Operations Management, with over 20 years of senior leadership experience across UK and international services.
For more information, please visit:
👉 https://shipcon.eu.com/team/angela-winstanley/
Dr. Jacqui Ashton Smith
An expert in Special Educational Needs and inclusive education, with extensive experience in training, research, and professional development.
For more information, please visit:
👉 https://shipcon.eu.com/team/jacqui-ashton-smith/
Together, they bring decades of combined experience in supporting neurodiverse individuals.
Experience & Background
The experts behind the academy have worked across:
- UK Social Services and Health Systems
- National Autism organisations
- Education and school environments
- International training programmes
- European projects, including Erasmus+
This ensures that all courses are based on real-world experience, not theory alone.
Proven Experience in SEN & Autism Training
More than 1,500 teachers and parents across Europe have been trained in Special Educational Needs and Autism by our experts.
This extensive experience ensures that all courses are grounded in real-world practice and directly applicable in both educational settings and everyday family environments.
Organisations & Institutions We Have Worked With
Our experts have delivered training and support to a wide range of schools, universities, and organisations across Europe, including:
- University of Portsmouth
- University of Porto
- University College Cork
- Kauno Kolegija University of Applied Sciences
- West University of Timisoara
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Pädagogische Hochschule Oberösterreich
- Limerick Institute of Technology
- Karolinska Gymnasiet
- Tallinna Kuristiku Gümnaasium
- St Mary’s Diocesan School
- Louise Schroeder Schule
- Inspire Foundation
- CEIPES – International Centre for Education & Development
…and many more educational institutions, SEN centres, and organisations across Europe.
Our Approach
The academy is built on a clear philosophy:
- focus on practical solutions
- support inclusive education
- go beyond diagnosis and labels
- provide strategies that can be applied immediately
The aim is to empower both professionals and families to better support neurodiverse individuals in everyday life.
Connection with ShipCon
ShipCon is an accredited European Vocational Education & Training (VET) provider with extensive experience in international training, including Erasmus+ programmes.
The SEN & Autism Online Academy follows the same standards of quality, structure, and professional delivery.
Ready to Start Learning?
👉 Explore SEN & Autism Online Courses
https://shipcon.eu.com/shipcon-online-courses/