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Our short CPD course will help you to understand how learners acquire and develop reading skills and understand why difficulties in reading occur and what we can do about them. It explains how the brain works and the underlying phonological, morphological and orthographic processes, and the impact these may have for learners with dyslexia
By completing this unit, you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding of the impact of dyslexia on the acquisition and development of reading skills
2. Understand how learners typically acquire and develop reading skills
3. Demonstrate understanding of strategies that can assist learners with dyslexia with reading
4. Identify support strategies for developing higher reading skills
✔ 100% online training
✔ Access anywhere
✔ No live delivery
✔ Developed by education professionals
✔ Tutor support through online forums
✔ CPD Standards Office Accredited
✔ Level 4, mapped against Ofqual level descriptors
✔ 30 hours of self-paced study, over 8 weeks
✔ Set start and assignment submission dates
✔ Delivered through our Campus Online platform
This unit is suitable for those working in a primary/secondary dyslexia/literacy environment or those working with adults who have at least one year’s recent and relevant experience and who are qualified to Level 3 (A Level or equivalent qualifications). It is suitable for delegates in the UK or overseas.
Please note: we reserve the right to request information in support of your application. Teaching/learning support assistants should identify a senior member of teaching staff within the school to act as your mentor during this course.
Our courses are delivered through Campus Online, our unique online learning platform.
Campus Online allows you to study at your own pace, without the need to travel, or commit to particular dates or times. You’ll log in to access your study materials, contact your tutor for support, and connect and network with other delegates.
£295 + VAT
There are no additional costs for International delegates.
This CPD course runs six times a year with start dates in September, November, January, March, May and July. Please click on the date below to make a booking.
This unit contributes to the following Awards:
By booking three set units as an Award, you will save £30.
“Thank you for another informative course that really makes me reflect about what I can do better to better support pupils with dyslexia and also create stronger links when learning to read even with children that don’t find it as challenging!”
“I have enjoyed the module and have found the materials provided both interesting and informative”
“Thank you for the help and support from tutors and other learners. Although at times I have found it challenging, I have been able to use what I have learnt and put this into practice with my students”
“This course was very informative and well presented. Excellent support from tutor with quick and helpful responses. This has been my first experience with Dyslexia Action and I intend to study further from here. Thank you.”
This unit is comprised of three study cycles, each of which includes a Study, Practice, Reflect, and Collaborate section. There are also associated practical tasks, with reference to current research and case studies.
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