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Training

As part of our ongoing commitment to raising awareness of dyslexia and specific learning difficulties, the British Dyslexia Association has a comprehensive training programme. We deliver our expert training in several formats: E-Learning, Live Virtual Training, Accredited and Bespoke Training so that you can find a course to suit your needs.

Whether you are an organisation aiming to raise dyslexia awareness among your workforce, have a personal interest in dyslexia or dyscalculia, are a parent wanting help to support your child, or a dyslexia professional looking to develop your practice, we have something for you.

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

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.

The Dyslexia Friendly Learning Environment

2/3 hours

£60

eLearning

It is recognised that the vast majority of dyslexic individuals spend most, if not all, of their education time in a mainstream classroom or learning environment. This module identifies how the “classroom” and “institution” can be made dyslexia friendly, thus creating an inclusive learning environment. This module is linked to the BDA's Quality Mark which provides a template of good practice in this arena.

How to Succeed at Work and Home as a Dyslexic Adult

£12.99

eLearning

This eLearning module examines the unique traits that have helped some of the world's best-known dyslexic individuals rise to success. From developing determination and self-esteem, to seeking the right kind of help and support, this module identifies how all dyslexic individuals can develop and use these traits to unlock their own potential. This programme supplements “Self Fulfilment with Dyslexia: A Blueprint to Success”, by the BDA Vice President, Margaret Malpas MBE, and includes activities, case studies, and videos to provide further opportunities for learning.

Accredited Course

Accredited Level 2 - Promoting Awareness of Dyslexia

Approximately 30 hours study time.

from £685

Virtual or eLearning/online (or a blended combination)

This programme is designed for Teachers and TAs working with children and young people who want to be able to support dyslexic pupils within the classroom and is intended to provide a greater understanding of the problems that dyslexic learners face, and appropriate methods and resources to help support them within the context of their learning environment.

Part of an Accredited Course

Screening for Dyslexia Pre 16 (Live Virtual Training)

One Day

£120

Live Virtual Training

This training course is designed to take delegates through the complete processes of screening for dyslexia, exploring the issues of best practice within this activity. Through the practical demonstration of screening tools, it will identify what a screening tool does along with its uses and limitations. Delegates will learn how to evaluate screening tools, individual profiles and reports from a tool and develop understanding of what the next steps might be for the individuals involved.