Specific Learning Difficulties: Dyslexia

About this programme

This part-time programme is centred around three core areas: understanding the development of language and literacy learning; identifying and assessing specific learning difficulties and dyslexia; and managing curriculum-based interventions and evidence-based practice and support. Gain skills to work at home or abroadThroughout your study, you’ll explore the current conceptualisation of dyslexia and basic psychometrics concepts. You’ll also learn how to complete literacy assessments in reading, writing and spelling, and how to create a personalised support and intervention programme. This programme is aligned with the updated accreditation framework introduced by the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC), the body responsible for approving specialist teacher assessor qualifications. Successful graduates of the MEd in Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) are eligible to apply for an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) through any of the three recognised professional bodies