Dyslexia and Significant Difficulties in Reading

It's estimated that up to 1 in every 10 people in the UK has some degree of dyslexia. Dyslexia is a common learning difficulty, which primarily affects the skills involved in accurate and fluent word reading and spelling. However, a child or young person can be affected by dyslexia in many ways. For instance, a learner may experience difficulties in writing (Dysgraphia) and maths (Dyscalculia), as a poor working memory can affect sequencing and mental calculation. They may find it difficult to quickly process verbal instructions or appear to be disorganised and lacking in concentration. It may also be harder for them to control their bodily movements (Dyspraxia). Dyslexia can be a confusing and disorientating condition that can negatively impact the learner’s self-esteem and confidence in learning.

This course aims to develop the knowledge, skills and practice of all education professionals working with children and young people (CYP) with dyslexia. You will learn how to assess the needs of a learner and go on to develop a support plan consisting of SMART goals and interventions, which you will implement and later review to determine how well it has met the learner’s specific developmental needs.

The course content relates to learners in compulsory education (4-18 years) and responds to the information needs of the whole community. Parents and carers benefit from raised awareness of their child’s needs. Advisory teachers, therapists and educational psychologists gain access to evidence-based CPD resources that can be used to strengthen capacity in their local authority and schools. Schools can use this course to train individuals or groups of teachers and teaching support staff as part of a school’s improvement plan or a whole-school initiative. NQTs/RQTs also build a secure knowledge of the graduated approach at the start of their career.

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