This certificate in level 2 understanding specific learning difficulties aims to help develop knowledge of several different specific learning difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported. It also covers how to understand the positive aspects and strengths of individuals with specific learning difficulties in addition to exploring the barriers they may face.
European Social Fund
Certificate, Level 2
Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Unit 1: Signs, symptoms and diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
Section 1: Know common Specific Learning Difficulties
Section 2: Recognise signs that might indicate a Specific Learning Difficulty
Section 3: Understand the importance of a professional diagnosis of a Specific Learning Difficulty
Section 4: Understand the process of achieving a diagnosis of a Specific Learning Difficulty
Unit 2: Sources of information, support, legislation and guidance relevant to Specific
Learning Difficulties.
Section 1: Understand legislation and guidance that is relevant to individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Section 2: Understand roles and responsibilities if those involved in protecting the rights of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Unit 3: Living with a Specific Learning Difficulty
Section 1: Understand the experiences of those living with a Specific Learning Difficulty
Section 2: Understand how society impacts upon a person with a Specific Learning Difficulty
Section 3: Understand the positive contributions that can be made by individuals with a Specific Learning Difficulty in different environments
Section 4: Understand the impact of an individual’s Specific Learning Difficulty on those around them
Unit 4: Best practice relating to Specific Learning Difficulties.
Section 1: Understand the best practice in providing support to individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Section 2: Understand the best practice in protecting individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
You may wish to complete further distance learning courses in Awareness of Bullying in Children and Young People, Understanding Autism, Level 2 Certificate in Special Educational Needs and Disability or Understanding Distressed Behaviour in Children.
There are no specific entry requirements however learners should have a minimum of level two in literacy and numeracy or equivalent.
The course is delivered via distance learning, supported by a range of interactive online resources. Work is assessed by the tutor throughout the programme from induction to completion.
