Course summary
The DPRW module is lead by Jane Warren, an independent dyslexia consultant. She is an Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association, a Professional Member of PATOSS and ADSHE, and a QA reviewer for ADSHE whom she represents on the Board of SASC. With three cohorts a year in January, May & September you can choose a start date that suits you. You will have up to 12 months to complete the module via our online learning platform Campus Online. If you are considering taking your studies further this module will provide you with 30 credits toward a PGcert, PGDip or MEd on our SEND and Inclusion programme. Here are some key reasons why you should take this module: Take a unique SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC) approved course designed by EPs and teachers in partnership. Access the gateway module to the SpLD Assessment Practising Certificate (APC). Choose this recognised path to the SpLD APC – awarded by either The Dyslexia Guild, PATOSS, or the British Dyslexia Association.
Assessment method
You will need to produce: A written assignment analysing and critiquing the history of the identification of dyslexia including the discrepancy model (1,500 words). A case study analysis, for which background information and test results are provided (1,500 words). Three written example reports (2,500 words each) stemming from a full SpLD assessment, outlining the rationale and evidence for the identification of a specific learning difficulty. A short learning log of practice change over the duration of the module and comparative analysis of pre-and post-module style and skills (500 words). A video submission (DVD or file upload) demonstrating competencies in the direct assessment of a client.
How to apply
International applicants
This course is available online and can, therefore, be completed anywhere in the world. Please visit this page on our website - https://realtraining.co.uk/information-for-international-students - for advice on payment options and other information relevant to those studying outside of the UK.
Entry requirements
**In order to be eligible for this module you must;** Have either; Associate Membership of The Dyslexia Guild (ADG), a British Dyslexia Association accredited Approved Teacher Status (ATS) or Approved Practitioner Status (APS) qualification, OR hold level 5 or 7 SpLD specialist teacher/practitioner qualifications which would make you eligible for ADG/ATS/APS. Have an undergraduate degree Be working in or have access to an educational setting with children, young people or adults Have access to a wide range of psychometric tests. Have completed the Certificate of Competence in Educational Testing (CCET). Be registered or be on course to register for the British Psychological Society’s (BPS’s) Register of Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU) and either have gained/be on track to gain the BPS’s Test User Educational Qualification. Demonstrated that your registration has been maintained if you have already attained the BPS’s Test User Educational Qualification.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £2400 | Whole course |
| International | £2400 | Whole course |
| England | £2400 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £2400 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £2400 | Whole course |
| Wales | £2400 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £2400 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £2400 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
£2,400 + VAT
Sponsorship information
We do not qualify for any sponsorships or funding but we do offer the option to pay for our modules in instalments of either 1, 3 or 10. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss this further.
Provider information
Real Training
Canterbury Office
70 Stour Street
Canterbury
CT1 2NZ
Course contact details
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