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Free Level 2 Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties Course Online – Herefordshire College Hereford

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life. The course is free for adults aged 19 or over who live in England.

You'll build knowledge of dyslexia, ADHD, and other specific learning difficulties. The course covers how SpLDs affect learning, behaviour, and everyday life, plus practical strategies for supporting people in schools, workplaces, and home settings. It typically takes around 11 months to complete.

You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties.

Who this course is for

By completing the course, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of dyslexia and other specific learning difficulties while gaining a nationally recognised qualification. The units and topics included are ideal for the learners who are looking to support individuals with SpLDs in any environment, be it at home, in the workplace of in schools.This could include teaching staff who wish to further their understanding of dyslexia, ADHD and other specific learning difficulties, as well as employers looking for ways to support their workforce. This course is suitable for learners aged 19 or above.This course is delivered online. Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.

Entry requirements

Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand what specific learning difficulties are and how they are identified.
  • You'll explore the characteristics of dyslexia and how it affects reading, writing, and memory.
  • You'll learn about ADHD, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and other common SpLDs.
  • You'll understand how SpLDs can affect behaviour, confidence, and learning.
  • You'll discover strategies for supporting individuals with SpLDs in educational and workplace settings.
  • You'll learn how to adapt communication and tasks to meet different needs.
  • You'll understand the role of specialist support and when to refer to other professionals.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through units at your own pace. Assessment is by written assignments completed online. You submit work digitally and receive feedback from a tutor. There are no exams. You can study when it suits you, without attending a classroom.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Teaching Assistant, supports pupils with SpLDs in primary or secondary schools.
  • SEN Teaching Assistant, works alongside teachers to help students with special educational needs.
  • Learning Support Assistant, provides one-to-one or small-group support in educational settings.
  • SEN Support Worker, assists individuals with learning difficulties in community or residential settings.
  • Classroom Support Assistant, helps teachers manage inclusive classrooms.
  • Home Tutor, supports learners with SpLDs outside of school.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, a next step if you want to move into a teaching or training role.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Learners with Special Educational Needs, deepens your SEN knowledge for more senior support roles.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma, broadens your skills across the full teaching assistant role.
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