Training
As part of our ongoing commitment to raise awareness of dyslexia and specific learning difficulties, the British Dyslexia Association has a comprehensive training programme. We deliver our expert training in a number of formats so that you can find a session to suit your needs, whether you are an organisation aiming to raise dyslexia awareness among your workforce or a dyslexia professional looking to gain a Level 7 accreditation and everything in between.
Live Virtual Training
We provide a rolling programme of free live information webinars to members of the public to raise awareness about supporting individuals with specific learning difficulties.
We also run live half and full day virtual training courses on specific topics:
- Modules which can lead to an Accredited Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, suitable for any attendees including parents, carers, teachers, employers and professionals
- CPD tailored towards specialist teachers and assessors in particular.
You can see our programme of live events here.
Please scroll down to view our specific topic courses.
Live Bespoke Training
We provide live information webinars, virtual training and in-person sessions about dyslexia, dyscalculia and supporting individuals with specific learning difficulties to a broad range of organisations:
- Workplaces
- Schools and other educational settings
- Charities and public sector organisations
This can include modules of our accredited training or professional CPD. We can schedule these sessions at times to suit you and can tailor this private training to be relevant to the needs of your delegates. You can see our price list here. To book a bespoke training session for your organisation please email us at onsitetraining@bdadyslexia.org.uk
Accredited Training
We provide gold standard accredited training courses which are delivered online including:
- Level 7 Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention
- Level 5 Certificates in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention and in Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties; Support and Intervention
- Level 4 Workplace Assessors Programme
- Level 3 Various which can be undertake module by module
- Level 2 Various which can be undertake module by module
Please scroll down to view our accredited courses.
eLearning/Online Training
We provide a comprehensive programme of eLearning/online training modules on specific topics:
- Modules which can lead to an Accredited Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, suitable for any attendees including parents, carers, teachers, employers and professionals
- CPD tailored towards specialist teachers and assessors in particular.
Please note: Access to eLearning/online modules are released on the first Thursday following the submission of your booking; and more specifically, providing payment has been made before the allotted time. eLearning modules will automatically expire after 3 months, from the date that the module has been released.
Please scroll down to view our eLearning/online specific topic courses.
Payments
Payments can be made by credit/debit card or for businesses and organisations by invoice.
If you have any problems with the booking process please email us: training@bdadyslexia.org.uk
Professional Members Only - to book your discounted eLearning modules please email us at: elearning@bdadyslexia.org.uk
Our courses
Find the right course for you
Courses suitable for
Content
Study method
Part of an Accredited Course
Fundamentals of Dyslexia Awareness
4/5 hours
£120
eLearning
This eLearning module looks to develop an understanding of dyslexia and the nature of both the strengths and difficulties that may be experienced by a dyslexic individual.
Good Practice in Report Writing Pre 16 (SASC Approved)
2.5 hours
£60
eLearning
This SASC approved course is aimed at practising assessors who assess in the pre-16 age group or those working with adults who wish to further their knowledge of assessing in this age group. Delegates should hold AMBDA and/or an APC or have completed a L7 qualification in the assessment and teaching of SpLD learners. The course will broaden and strengthen their understanding of good practice in report writing.
Part of an Accredited Course
Practical Solutions Plus – Reading (Live Virtual and eLearning)
One Day
£120
Live Virtual or eLearning/Online
This course enables delegates to develop a practical understanding of how to teach and support dyslexic individuals with learning to read and access the written word effectively.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 7 - Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention
12-18 months
£2950
eLearning
This BDA Level 7 Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention is our flagship qualification for individuals who have a professional interest in dyslexia in teaching and assessing across age groups. The course is flexible and can be undertaken part time, through online learning.
Fundamentals of Dyscalculia or Maths Learning Difficulties (Live Virtual Training)
Half day
£60
Live Virtual Training
This introductory course will look at what can cause children to struggle with maths and identify what is the difference between maths learning difficulties and dyscalculia.
An Overview of Assistive Technology
FREE
eLearning
The development of technology that can assist those who have dyslexia, as well those who have other types of disability, to cope with certain tasks that they find difficult has transformed the landscape of coping strategies that we are able to offer to these individuals. This is a specialised field, however, and there is not generally a great awareness amongst the education/work population of exactly what is available.