Training - Specialist Professionals (SASC/CPD)
If you already support individuals with dyslexia or dyscalculia and want to develop your teaching or assessment practice or gain a recognised qualification, we provide high-quality accredited training courses and approved professional development opportunities.
Content:
- Dyslexia
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Content
Study method
SASC-The New Report Format – an interactive/practical overview
Half Day
£100
Online via ZOOM/Teams
This virtual course will guide you through the 2025 report format and how to write a diagnostic assessment report using the 2025 new report format according to SASC guidelines.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 5 - Certificate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention
12-16 months
£3350
eLearning
This BDA Level 5 Certificate in Dyslexia; Literacy, Support and Intervention provides training for individuals who have a professional interest in dyslexia for them to become informed practitioners and teachers. The course is delivered primarily in the form of eLearning, with some supplementary virtual sessions. The course is flexible and can be undertaken part time.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 7 - Diploma in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention
12-18 months
£4,050
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.
Carrying out an assessment with Pre16 learners with complex needs (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 their understanding of a range of complex needs and how to effectively assess neurodiverse learners.
Key Tests: WRIT and TOMAL2 (SASC Approved)
2.5 hours
£60
eLearning
This SASC approved course is aimed at practising assessors who assess individuals of all ages and wish to know more about using the key tests: WRIT and TOMAL2. 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 their understanding of the how to assess using these tests as part of the assessment battery, and how to score these accurately.
Accredited Course
Accredited Level 4 - Workplace Assessors Programme (eLearning/Online)
4 supporting modules plus an accredited workbook
£1,380
eLearning/Online
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.