Study art online with SEND support and ignite your creative journey in a nurturing environment.
We offer a suite of online art & design courses tailored for students with SEND, providing fully accredited qualifications at Level 2 (GCSE/BTEC equivalent) and Level 3 (A‑Level/Foundation Diploma equivalent).
Our SEND programmes are delivered by experienced art professionals who provide enhanced support throughout your studies — including dedicated SENDCO oversight, regular progress reviews, EHCP collaboration, and flexible pacing to suit individual needs. Whether you’re taking your first steps into art, developing a new skill, or working towards career progression, you’ll benefit from bespoke guidance and a supportive online learning space.
Explore our SEND art & design courses today.
Ideal course for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course as it can be studied entirely online from home or a centre. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. 13-14 years and over. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
This is a great course for Fine artists with special needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course for students with an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. Equivalent to 2 A Levels in terms of UCAS points – earn up to 112, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels!
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification.. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
This is a great course for designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Many local authorities fund this course for students with an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. Most students are 13 /14 years old but students of any age can study it. Equivalent to GCSE/BTEC in good schools – no exam – no written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time.
Great course for designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Students study 100% online from their own home and in their own time – one-to-one tutorials instead of timetabled lessons. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. Many local authorities fund this course for students on EHCPs. Equivalent to 2 A Levels in terms of UCAS points – earn up to 112, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Many textile design students with special educational needs and disabilities really benefit from the extra support they receive and the ability to study it entirely online from their own homes or centre. The course is funded by most local authorities when students have an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Ideal course for fashion design students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Students can study entirely from their own homes online. The course is popular with local authorities charged with the responsibility to place students on EHCPs. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
If you are an Architecture student with special educational needs and/or disabilities then this course may be for you. Many local authorities will fund this course if you have an EHCP. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Film makers with special educational needs and/or disabilities are attracted to this course because it can be studied entirely from home online. Most students on this course have EHCPs and their course fees funded by the local authorities. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Interior designers with special educational needs and/or disabilities will benefit from the ability to study this course online from home. Most local authorities fund this course for students on EHCPs. Course fee includes SENDCO support and regular online progress meetings. No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
No written essay – 100% online course you can study in your own time. Submit a portfolio of evidence to the examination board online to pass/receive the qualification. Earn up to 112 UCAS points, which means this course can get you to University without other A Levels! Genuine Get To University Course.
Here at OCAD, we offer more than just online art classes. Students get access to their own online studio space, where you can work through the course materials and develop your artistic skills.
In our online studio platform, you’ll find your course units and assignments along with supporting resources. Access video tutorials, step-by-step guides, video recordings of live interactive lessons, and other skills development tools.
Our interactive online art classes are taught live by an experienced and friendly teacher. This style of taught course is completely unique to our online curriculum – giving students the opportunity to learn from a live teacher and peers.
You’ll develop an art portfolio throughout the course, uploading photographs of completed work and assignments for constructive, friendly feedback. Not only does this help you progress your artistic abilities, it also means you complete the course with a portfolio to kickstart your creative career or further study.
Furthermore, students also get the chance to speak one-on-one with an experienced and qualified personal tutor. You’ll receive personalised support and feedback to help you progress. Our online studio also allows students to view profiles, comment on each other’s work and communicate with fellow students if they wish.
For more information about our courses, please get in touch.
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