Dyslexia is a learning disability that makes reading, writing, spelling and understanding written language difficult. Research has demonstrated that early detection and intervention are crucial to the effective management of this dyslexia. If you are a parent, it is essential to know how to assist your child with dyslexia during their kindergarten and school years. Increasing your knowledge of dyslexia and learning about its effects throughout various stages of your child's life can be incredibly beneficial. Teachers and schools are vital in identifying students with dyslexia and deciding if they require specialised education. They must be able to recognize the symptoms of dyslexia and be vigilant in finding students who may be at risk of dyslexia. This course helps parents and teachers deepen their understanding of dyslexia, its symptoms, causes and the special educational needs of a dyslexic child.

How do you know if a child has dyslexia? This is the first question asked by parents and teachers. We teach you how to identify the common signs of dyslexia in preschoolers and primary school students, teenagers and adults and lay out the different types of dyslexia. We discuss the obstacles that a dyslexic person faces daily, either at school or in the workplace, which include social skills, time management, memory, navigation and many more. We explain why people with dyslexia often experience low self-esteem and other emotional and behavioural difficulties. This SEN course then explores the different assessment procedures an educational psychologist uses to assess dyslexia in various stages. We outline the various therapies and educational interventions that help dyslexic children improve their reading and writing skills and discuss the role of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and parents in helping children cope with dyslexia.

In some people, dyslexia is not diagnosed until adulthood and some adults with dyslexia find their symptoms change with age. We teach you how to identify dyslexia in adults and describe the treatment options. We explain how technology like speech-to-text apps, software or electronic organisers can help adults manage their dyslexia daily. We go over the rights of a dyslexic person in the workplace and the UK’s laws against discrimination. The course defines 'Workplace Needs Assessment (WNA)' and 'Reasonable Adjustment at Work' and identifies the conditions under which they can be implemented. Raising and educating a child with a learning disability can be overwhelming. Whether you are a parent, teacher or even a dyslexic person, this course can help you understand the disorder and provide the most effective interventions to help you choose the most effective educational services for a dyslexic child. Sign up to learn how special needs education can aid childhood development and help people overcome dyslexia.