Level 5 Diploma in Teaching Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia)

The qualification is appropriate for teachers and other professionals working within one phase of educational provision - primary, secondary or adult (post-16), who support learners experiencing significant difficulties with the acquisition and development of literacy and (basic) numeracy skills. The Open University has given the Level 5 Diploma 45 points

The course starts on 18th November.

• Candidates will gain an understanding of the rationale underpinning best practice for dyslexic learners
• Candidates will consider theoretical concepts for teaching individuals with dyslexia/SpLDs
• Candidates will develop their skills in planning effective teaching and learning programmes for individuals with dyslexia/SpLDs
• Candidates will learn to use a range of evaluation techniques
• Candidates will be required to reflect on evidence based approaches to meet the requirements of SpLD learners
• Candidates will investigate best practice in reporting outcomes, record keeping, informing colleagues and learners about presenting needs
• Candidates will explore a range of learner profiles to enhance their skills in determining appropriate interventions

Please contact Jennie Price Tel: 07903819466 or email jenniecameronprice@gmail.com for further details.

Progression opportunities

Level 5 Diploma candidates will be able to progress to the OCR Level 7 Certificate and Diploma in Assessing and Teaching Learners with Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia). They will also be able to progress to MEds and other higher level qualifications in education. Candidates will be able to progress to MEds and other higher level qualifications in education. Level 7 Diploma candidates will also be able to progress to job roles which require the ability to:

• carry out diagnostic assessments for specific learning difficulties (dyslexia) and write assessment reports on learners educational needs, to inform LAs, other professionals, learners and parents/carers
• carry out assessments and write reports on learners special assessment needs for schools, colleges, LAs and awarding bodies
• take an advisory role with regard to formulating and implementing school/college policies for both inclusion and effective teaching of learners with specific learning difficulties.