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Dyslexia Awareness Diploma Training Course

Duration15 hours

LevelBeginner

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About this course

What the Dyslexia Awareness Diploma covers

Dyslexia Awareness Diploma runs online from start to finish, so you decide when you study and how much you cover at a time. The material comes as 14 modules and takes about 15 hours end to end. The pace is entirely yours: sit it in an afternoon or spread it over a month.

The course works through The Causes and Diagnosis of Dyslexia, Types of Dyslexia, Dyslexia and Phonics and Dyslexia and Writing and Spelling. There are 10 further modules beyond those, listed in full on the Modules tab.

You do not need a background in clinical care - the first modules build it for you. We list 134 Clinical Care courses, of which 30 sit at Beginner. It is one of the longer ones in the subject, so budget an evening rather than a lunch break. It carries CPD accreditation, which is what makes the hours usable on a CPD log, and the certificate downloads straight away.

What this course is not: If you already work in clinical care day to day, expect the early material to feel familiar.

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Is this the right course for you?

Best fit

Dyslexia Awareness Diploma is a sensible shortlist choice when you want a structured route through the published syllabus rather than a general overview of the whole subject. Its 14-module plan starts with The Causes and Diagnosis of Dyslexia and Types of Dyslexia, which gives you a clear indication of the assumed starting point. That shape is likely to be most useful for care assistants, support workers and nursing staff whose training need matches those topics. It is a weaker fit if you only need one isolated skill, or if an employer has specified a different standard, awarding body or practical assessment. Before buying, compare that requirement with the final modules on Treatments and Support for Dyslexia and Dyslexia and the Law as well as the course title.

How to use the syllabus

Treat the module list as a study plan, not just a contents page. Begin with The Causes and Diagnosis of Dyslexia and Types of Dyslexia and note any terms or processes you need to revisit. Around the middle, Dyslexia and Mathematics acts as a useful checkpoint: if you can explain that material without looking back, move on; if not, repeat the preceding section before adding more. The later work on Treatments and Support for Dyslexia and Dyslexia and the Law is where you can test whether the earlier ideas connect. After each block, write a short example from your own work or a realistic scenario. That simple retrieval step makes self-paced learning more useful than clicking straight through to completion.

Check before enrolling

The listed study time is 15 hours; reserve more time if the subject is new to you or you plan to make detailed notes. No fixed access period is stated in the validated course facts; ask us before enrolling if a deadline matters to your plans. A downloadable or printable completion certificate is described, but it records course completion rather than replacing a regulated qualification. The course carries a CPD accreditation reference; still check that your employer or professional body accepts this exact course for the purpose you have in mind.

Full course details from the training provider

This Dyslexia Awareness Diploma course offers students the ability to learn all about the condition, and how it can be handled. This course is full of information that will help you not only learn to deal with dyslexia yourself, but also how to help children or others who you come in contact with. This is an excellent course for teachers or for others who wish to learn more about this condition.

Dyslexia is a difficult condition to treat, but there are methods that can make learning easier for those who have been diagnosed. This course will give you an overview of the types of dyslexia, and what type of support and treatment is available for the condition. You will also learn how the law in the UK affects those with dyslexia.

Introduction to the Dyslexia Awareness Diploma

This is an internet-based training course that gives students the opportunity to study the material when it’s convenient. Many people who take the course can work a full time job while they study, which helps them to easily achieve their goals of learning about dyslexia.

You can access the study material for this diploma course from any device with an internet connection, and receive online support as you train. When you complete the course, you must take an exam, and when completed, you will receive a recognised diploma that you can print out at home.

What You Will Learn

This dyslexia awareness diploma course was designed to give students a complete overview of dyslexia, which will help in both their professional and personal lives.

This course will cover:

An introduction to dyslexia
The causes of dyslexia
How dyslexia is diagnosed
An overview of the different types of dyslexia
How dyslexia affects phonics, writing, spelling, and speaking
How dyslexia affects maths and science skills and creativity
What it’s like to live and work with dyslexia
What conditions often occur along with dyslexia
The treatments for dyslexia
What laws are in place to protect those with dyslexia

Benefits of the Dyslexia Awareness Diploma

There are a number of benefits to those who complete the dyslexia course and earn their diplomas.

These include:

The ability to study from anywhere and at any time, even when at work or away from home.
The option to study as quickly or slowly as you wish, as there is no time limit for the course.
The capability to study from any device including computers, mobile phones, or tablets.
An easy to understand course structure, which is broken down into short modules.
The convenience of support when you require it, all online.
A full syllabus, which virtually guarantees that you will get the knowledge you require to work and support those with dyslexia, both in your personal and professional lives.
Improving prospects when applying for work or volunteer opportunities with those who have dyslexia.
An affordable pricing structure.
Upon completion, you will receive a certified diploma.

Who can take the course?
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into 14 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

What is the pass mark for the final test?
The pass mark for the test is 70%. If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

How long does it take to complete the course?
We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Dyslexia Awareness Diploma course content

Module 1: What is Dyslexia?
Module 2 : The Causes and Diagnosis of Dyslexia
Module 3 : Types of Dyslexia
Module 4 : Dyslexia and Phonics
Module 5 : Dyslexia and Writing and Spelling
Module 6 : Dyslexia, Speaking and Listening
Module 7 : Dyslexia and Mathematics
Module 8 : Dyslexia and Science
Module 9 : Dyslexia and Creativity
Module 10 : Dyslexia for ESL (English as a Second Language) Learners
Module 11 : Living and Working with Dyslexia as an Adult
Module 12 : Co-Occurring Conditions with Dyslexia
Module 13 : Treatments and Support for Dyslexia
Module 14 : Dyslexia and the Law

Dyslexia Awareness Diploma course details

Course Access: Lifetime
Exams Included: Yes
Compatibility: All major browsers / devices

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

This dyslexia awareness diploma course was designed to give students a complete overview of dyslexia, which will help in both their professional and personal lives.