Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) - Online (PGCert) at Liverpool Hope University

Programme overview

Through critical reflection, participants on the programme will develop their understanding of the strengths that pupils with Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) can possess and also the barriers to participation and learning that can be encountered. Develop the specialist knowledge, skills and confidence to be a specialist teacher and/or assessor for dyslexia. Be part of a specialist programme for educational professionals.

Faculty: School of Teacher Education | Duration: 12 - 24 months (part-time) | Study mode: part-time, online | Intake: January | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Critical reflection upon the role of Information Technology, Follow and individualise a teaching programme to meet individual learner needs, Evaluation of personal specialist practice.

Career pathways

Successful completion of module 1 of the Liverpool Hope University course may enable participants to apply to a professional association for recognition of specialist teaching. Successful completion of module 1 and module 2 may enable participants to apply to a professional association for membership such as for an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC).

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a Second-Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline awarded by a UK university, or an equivalent higher education qualification. Qualified Teacher status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning Skills (QTLS). Applicants from other educational professionals who do not hold QTS/QTLS; e.g. For students whose first language is not English there is a language requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall with 6 minimum of all components.

Intake: January

Duration: 12 - 24 months (part-time)

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