Training
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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 eLearning, open and bespoke training courses aimed at all levels from a parent who wants to find out more about dyslexia to a dyslexia professional looking to gain a Level 7 accreditation.
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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.
Resources for Dyslexia
FREE
eLearning
This eLearning module provides a number of resources that parents may find helpful when supporting their child with their dyslexia.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 7 - Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention
£2050
eLearning
The BDA Level 7 Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention (AMBDA and AMBDA FE/HE) provides you with a critical appreciation of assessment and teaching. It will enable you to formally diagnose dyslexia and will lead to you gaining an AMBDA and/or an APC. In addition, candidates who complete this course will have the knowledge to build on their specialist teaching skills and carry out exam access arrangements.
Part of an Accredited Course
Accredited Level 5 - Certificate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention
From £1950
eLearning
The BDA Level 5 Certificate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support is the first step toward becoming a dyslexia specialist and is often regarded as the first step towards a Level 7 AMBDA approved programme. Candidates who have completed the Level 5 certificate will have enough knowledge to deliver specialist tuition to individuals requiring support with dyslexia.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 5 - Certificate in Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties; Support and Intervention
£1950
eLearning
The BDA Level 5 Certificate in Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties; Support and Intervention is the first step towards becoming a specialist in maths related difficulties. Candidates who have completed the Level 5 certificate will have the knowledge to deliver specialist support to individuals requiring support with maths related difficulties.
Part of an Accredited Course
Accredited Level 4 - Workplace Assessors Programme (Online)
4 days training plus an accredited workbook
£1,404 inclusive of VAT
eLearning. For in person training, please email: training@bdadyslexia.org.uk)
The BDA delivers a Level 4 accredited programme to train work-based assessors. On successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to assess individuals with dyslexia or other Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) for adjustments within the workplace. The aim of the programme is to provide the necessary knowledge and skill for delegates to be able to perform this role and includes the appropriate research and applications in this area.