Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- Learn to identify signs and symptoms of specific learning difficulties
- Understand key legislation and guidance
- Study best practice relating to the support of individuals with learning difficulties
- Work towards a career supporting children with learning difficulties
- Progress your career in education
About your Level 2 Certificate
This course will teach you the essentials you need to effectively support individuals with specific learning difficulties.
This includes key legislation as well as details on specific learning difficulties, and an understanding of what living with learning difficulties is like.
You will learn to spot the indicators of specific learning difficulties and how to work with stakeholders to support the individual.
Finally, you will develop an understanding of best practice relating to supporting an individual with specific learning difficulties.
Getting Started
learndirect is a leading UK distance learning institute, which means you can enrol online and start learning the same day.
You will be able to learn when it suits you best without having to attend classes or sticking to a timetable.
You’re not alone! If at any time you become stuck with the learning or need a little extra help, you’ll be able to contact our team of experienced tutors who will be able to guide and advise.
We don’t have term times, just an online portal with all your course material ready and waiting. This course will give you the basics you need to develop a career in education.
Modules
Unit 1: Signs, symptoms and diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know common Specific Learning Difficulties and their main features
- Recognise signs that might indicate an individual has a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand the importance of professional diagnosis of a Specific learning Difficulty
- Understand the process of achieving a diagnosis of a Specific learning Difficulty
Unit 2: Sources of information, support, legislation and guidance relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand legislation and guidance that is relevant to individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
- Understand roles and responsibilities of those involved in protecting the rights of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Unit 3: Living with a specific learning difficulty.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the experiences of those living with a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand how society impacts upon a person with a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand the positive contributions that can be made by individuals with Specific Learning Difficulty in different environments
- Understand the impact of an individual’s Specific Learning Difficulty on those around them
Unit 4: Best practice relating to Specific Learning Difficulties.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand best practice in providing support to individuals with autism
- Understand best practice in protecting individuals with autism
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however, learners should have a minimum of Level 1 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent.
Minimum age restriction
Learners must be age 16+ to enrol.
Average completion timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Assessment requirements
You will be assessed through written questions that will test the knowledge you have gained throughout the course.
Placement or Practical required
This course consists of online theory only.
Is Membership Required?
No membership required.
Certification Timeframe
Learners typically receive their certification within 12 weeks, though this can be longer if an EQA sample is required.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
At the end of each unit there is an assessment to ensure you understand and have completed the learning.
TQUK
Upon successful completion of the course learners will be awarded with a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties. The qualification is Ofqual regulated (learning aim reference = 603/3007/7).
Established in 2013, Training Qualifications UK are one of the most forward-thinking and agile Awarding Organisations in the UK. They work closely with both employers and providers to ensure learners receive qualifications that have impact in the workplace and help learners succeed in all walks of life.
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- Learn to identify signs and symptoms of specific learning difficulties
- Understand key legislation and guidance
- Study best practice relating to the support of individuals with learning difficulties
- Work towards a career supporting children with learning difficulties
- Progress your career in education
About your Level 2 Certificate
This course will teach you the essentials you need to effectively support individuals with specific learning difficulties.
This includes key legislation as well as details on specific learning difficulties, and an understanding of what living with learning difficulties is like.
You will learn to spot the indicators of specific learning difficulties and how to work with stakeholders to support the individual.
Finally, you will develop an understanding of best practice relating to supporting an individual with specific learning difficulties.
Getting Started
learndirect is a leading UK distance learning institute, which means you can enrol online and start learning the same day.
You will be able to learn when it suits you best without having to attend classes or sticking to a timetable.
You’re not alone! If at any time you become stuck with the learning or need a little extra help, you’ll be able to contact our team of experienced tutors who will be able to guide and advise.
We don’t have term times, just an online portal with all your course material ready and waiting. This course will give you the basics you need to develop a career in education.
Modules
Unit 1: Signs, symptoms and diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
On completion of this unit you will:
- Know common Specific Learning Difficulties and their main features
- Recognise signs that might indicate an individual has a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand the importance of professional diagnosis of a Specific learning Difficulty
- Understand the process of achieving a diagnosis of a Specific learning Difficulty
Unit 2: Sources of information, support, legislation and guidance relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand legislation and guidance that is relevant to individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
- Understand roles and responsibilities of those involved in protecting the rights of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Unit 3: Living with a specific learning difficulty.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand the experiences of those living with a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand how society impacts upon a person with a Specific Learning Difficulty
- Understand the positive contributions that can be made by individuals with Specific Learning Difficulty in different environments
- Understand the impact of an individual’s Specific Learning Difficulty on those around them
Unit 4: Best practice relating to Specific Learning Difficulties.
On completion of this unit you will:
- Understand best practice in providing support to individuals with autism
- Understand best practice in protecting individuals with autism
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements, however, learners should have a minimum of Level 1 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent.
Minimum age restriction
Learners must be age 16+ to enrol.
Average completion timeframe
You have 24 months to complete your course.
Assessment requirements
You will be assessed through written questions that will test the knowledge you have gained throughout the course.
Placement or Practical required
This course consists of online theory only.
Is Membership Required?
No membership required.
Certification Timeframe
Learners typically receive their certification within 12 weeks, though this can be longer if an EQA sample is required.
Course Fees
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Assessment
At the end of each unit there is an assessment to ensure you understand and have completed the learning.
Qualifications
TQUK
Upon successful completion of the course learners will be awarded with a Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties. The qualification is Ofqual regulated (learning aim reference = 603/3007/7).
Established in 2013, Training Qualifications UK are one of the most forward-thinking and agile Awarding Organisations in the UK. They work closely with both employers and providers to ensure learners receive qualifications that have impact in the workplace and help learners succeed in all walks of life.
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