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Course overview
This comprehensive NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties course aims to give you the knowledge of different specific learning difficulties, how they are diagnosed, and how individuals can be supported. This course covers a wide range of learning difficulties, including ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.
This qualification will be suitable for teaching staff, care staff, or anyone looking to build their knowledge of dyslexia and other learning difficulties.
Course fees:
Online – £629
Study Pack – £699
- No government funding is available for this course
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
Once enrolled, you have 12 months of tutor support to complete your studies.
Entry requirements
You must be at least 16 years of age.
Pathways
- Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities.
- Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
- Level 3 Award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities.
- Level 2 and 3 Certificates in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
Course features
- Expert personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts membership
- *Exclusive Open Study College study pack including pen, highlighter, and notebook.
*Not included with the online study option.
Assessment
All units will be individually internally assessed by an end-of-unit assessment.
Course Outcome
On successful completion of this course, you will receive your Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties from NCFE.
Who's it for?
This course will support those working in roles such as:
- Learning support assistant
- Teaching assistant
- Special education needs (SEN) assistant
- Support worker
- Tutor
- Disability support worker
Delivery
Your course will be studied through distance learning, meaning you can learn the course at a time and place that suits you. Your course materials will be available to you online or will be sent via post, depending on which you select at enrolment.
Subjects
- What is meant by specific learning difficulties.
- The characteristics of different difficulties and co-occurring conditions.
- Common misconceptions.
- How the difficulty is a lifelong condition.
- How specific learning difficulties affect an individual’s life and those of others.
- How the attitudes of others can impact the individual.
- The strengths and barriers an individual may experience and how this can impact them.
- The importance of gaining an early diagnosis.
- The impact of delayed or non-diagnosis.
- The diagnosis process.
- The professionals involved.
- How to support an individual with a specific learning difficulty in different settings.
- Different coping strategies and assistive technologies can be used to support an individual.
- The roles of professionals in providing support.
- How attitudes, legislation, and services have evolved over time to support individuals with specific learning difficulties.
- Relevant legislation, policies, and guidance.
- How they’re implemented to support individuals.
About Open Study College
Established in 2007, Open Study College is a distance learning course provider that has helped over 140,000 learners take the next step towards achieving their ambitions.
With over 700 courses, ranging from A Levels and GCSEs through to childcare and beauty therapy — there’s something for everyone. All of their qualifications are independently accredited by established awarding organisations, fully equipping you for the future.
Why choose Open Study College?
Whether you’re in full-time work or have family commitments, distance learning at Open Study College provides the flexibility to create a study schedule that fits around the busy demands of day-to-day life. Accomplish your goals — at your pace, on your terms.
You will also receive the best possible support from the uber-friendly learner services team, as well as guidance from expert tutors who are on hand to answer any queries you might have throughout the duration of your course.
What makes Open Study College different?
Born from a genuine passion to improve the lives of others through education, Open Study College is a family-run business with decades of experience in the education and distance learning industry.
Seeking a career change? Didn’t get the exam results you wanted? Looking to learn a new skill? Enrol on one of their courses today and forge the future you’ve always wanted — all from the comfort of your own home!
Additional benefits
As an Open Study College learner, your benefits will include an XO Student Discounts membership, exclusive savings on future courses and a complete range of career support — including a free CV critique service, a free employability guide, and job-hunting help from their recruitment experts.
