Teaching Learners with Dyslexia/Specific Learning Difficulties Level 5 Diploma Herefordshire & Ludlow College, accredited by British Dyslexia Association KEY FACTS
Assessment
Level: 5 Attendance: Part-time Duration: One year Location: HLC Hereford Campus Application: HLC application form
Assessment is through the production of a professional portfolio and includes observations/case studies.
The Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Learners with Dyslexia/ Specific Learning Difficulties has been developed to recognise students’ skills, knowledge and understanding of the special educational needs sector and their ability to deliver effective teaching sessions to students with dyslexia/ specific learning difficulties affecting literacy and numeracy. Potential Students The qualification would be appropriate for teachers and other professionals working within one phase of educational provision – primary, secondary or adult (post 16), who work with learners experiencing significant difficulties with the acquisition and development of literacy and numeracy skills. Course Content This course aims to develop students’: • Understanding of dyslexia/specific learning difficulties affecting learning and cognition • Understanding of the context of learning and of the national and regional policies which affect SEN policies and provision within their own workplace • Abilities to identify the needs of learners with Dyslexia/specific learning difficulties, using observation and evidence-based assessment • Abilities to plan, deliver, review and evaluate effective teaching programmes for students with specific learning difficulties, both in individual and small group settings • Ability to work with others in supporting learners with specific learning difficulties
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Entry Requirements The qualification is designed primarily for qualified and practising teachers and other professionals who hold recognised professional qualifications. Students should possess an appropriate level of learning support experience and should have unrestricted access to appropriate teaching and assessment practice. It is anticipated that students will have a high level of skill and be working at or above the equivalent of level 3 in the following areas: literacy, numeracy and ICT. Progression Level 7 QCF Diploma in Assessing and Teaching Learners with Dyslexia/Specific Learning Difficulties. Course Fees £1,230 (at time of print). All fees are subject to change; please check with the relevant provider and see the Money Matters section on page 18. A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this course. A DBS will cost £44 plus a yearly update service of £13 per year (at time of print) Contact Enquiries Call: 0800 032 1986 Email: enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk
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