Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties Level 2
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* Fee remission may be available for this course, visit Fees and Funding for further information
Develop your understanding of specific learning difficulties and learn how to support individuals effectively in education and care settings.
This qualification is designed to help you develop knowledge and understanding of a range of specific learning difficulties (SpLDs), how they are identified and how individuals can be supported.
You will explore how specific learning difficulties can affect learning and development, gain insight into the diagnostic process and understand strategies to support individuals in different settings. This course is suitable if you are working, or would like to work, in education, health, social care or support roles.
Studying online gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that suits your work or home commitments, while still receiving structured support from experienced tutors.
What you’ll cover:
- Understanding specific learning difficulties
- Understanding the effects of specific learning difficulties
- Understanding the diagnosis of specific learning difficulties
- Understanding how to support individuals with specific learning difficulties
- Understanding the wider context of specific learning difficulties
For each unit, you will complete a set of knowledge-based questions as part of the formal assessment. Your tutor will provide feedback after each unit. All assessments must be completed and passed to successfully achieve the qualification.
Entry Requirements
Level 1 or equivalent English language and Maths qualification required.
Information
All learning materials are provided online. You will need access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
Studying a Craven College distance learning course is a great way to gain a FREE* accredited qualification in your spare time.
After completing an induction, you will be provided with all the learning materials you need and will receive ongoing support and guidance from experienced professional tutors. This flexible learning option is ideal if you have a busy work or home life and want to study where and when it suits you.
Further Study
On completion of this course, you may progress to:
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
- Level 2 or Level 3 Certificates in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce
You may also progress into employment opportunities within the education and social care sectors.
Part-time courses are term-time only.
See our term dates for further information.
Did you know that some of our courses are free if you earn less than £26,800* living in West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire & Lancashire?
*Pending Funding Guidance
Distance Learning call 01756 693 800 or email distancelearning@craven-college.ac.uk
Courses in the community call 01756 693 800 or email communitylearning@craven-college.ac.uk
All other Part-time courses call 01756 693 309 or email parttime@craven-college.ac.uk
