Understanding Dyscalculia Course

Description

Course details

Understanding Dyscalculia Online Training Overview

This course provides a practical introduction to Understanding Dyscalculia, helping learners understand the subject, recognise its workplace relevance and apply appropriate good practice within their role.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

What You will learn

Understanding Dyscalculia Course Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Explain the core principles and terminology associated with Understanding Dyscalculia
• Recognise why the subject matters in day-to-day practice
• Identify common risks, concerns or situations relevant to the topic
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when issues arise
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation is required
• Use the learning to support safer, more consistent practice

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 1

• Understanding Dyscalculia – Course Introduction
• Understanding Dyscalculia
• How Dyscalculia Differs
• Specific Learning Difficulty in Maths
• Common Challenges for People with Dyscalculia
• How Dyslexia Can Affect Maths
• Impact on Adults
• Identifying Dyscalculia and Maths Difficulties
• Understanding Maths Anxiety
• Recognising Dyscalculia in Schools: Supporting Learners and Families
• Distinguishing Typical Difficulties from Dyscalculia
• Supporting Learners in the Classroom
• Collaborating with Parents and Families
• Recognising Dyscalculia in Primary School
• Supporting Secondary School Learners
• Assessment and Intervention
• Creating a Supportive Learning Environment

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Understanding Dyscalculia free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Understanding Dyscalculia training for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

Understanding Dyscalculia Online Training: Who Is This For?

The Understanding Dyscalculia online training is designed to provide in-depth knowledge about dyscalculia—a specific learning difficulty affecting an individual’s ability to understand numbers and perform arithmetic tasks. In the UK context, this training aligns with the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Code of Practice and promotes informed support strategies to improve educational and everyday outcomes for learners with dyscalculia. It is essential for professionals and carers involved in education, healthcare, and support services to foster inclusive practices.

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1. Teachers and Educational Staff
   Primary, secondary, and further education teachers will greatly benefit from this course by gaining an understanding of how dyscalculia affects learning, recognising early signs in students, and implementing appropriate teaching strategies, differentiation, and classroom support to enhance learner engagement and achievement.

2. Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs)
   SENCOs responsible for overseeing the provision for students with special educational needs will deepen their expertise in identifying dyscalculia, coordinating assessments, and developing tailored intervention plans in compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.

3. Teaching Assistants and Support Workers
   Those supporting learners with additional needs in classrooms or specialist settings will acquire practical skills to assist effectively, including using accessible materials and techniques to build numeracy skills and confidence.

4. Educational Psychologists and Assessment Specialists
   Professionals conducting assessments and offering recommendations will benefit from updated knowledge on dyscalculia’s cognitive and educational impacts, supporting accurate identification and evidence-based advice for educational planning.

5. Parents, Carers and Guardians
   Family members of children or adults with dyscalculia will find this training valuable in understanding their loved ones’ challenges, enabling them to provide informed home support, advocacy, and partnership with schools or healthcare providers.

6. Further and Higher Education Staff
   Tutors, lecturers, and disability support officers working with students in colleges and universities will gain insights to facilitate reasonable adjustments, mentoring, and inclusive learning environments for learners with dyscalculia.

7. Healthcare Professionals
   Paediatricians, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and other health practitioners involved in developmental and learning assessments will benefit from greater awareness of dyscalculia to contribute to multi-disciplinary support plans.

8. Youth and Community Workers
   Professionals supporting young people outside formal education settings can better identify learning difficulties related to numeracy, helping them to signpost to relevant services and tailor activities to individual learning needs.

9. Employers and Workplace Training Providers
   Managers and trainers interested in fostering inclusive workplaces can use this course to understand how dyscalculia might affect employees, adapting training and job support to maximise productivity and wellbeing.

10. Students and Individuals with Dyscalculia
    Learners diagnosed with, or suspecting, dyscalculia themselves may benefit from a greater understanding of their learning profile and the strategies available to enhance self-advocacy and personal development.

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The Understanding Dyscalculia online training is essential for a broad range of individuals across education, healthcare, social care, and employment sectors in the UK. This course empowers participants to recognise the signs of dyscalculia, implement effective support strategies, and promote inclusive practices compliant with the SEND Code of Practice and equality legislation. Through increased knowledge and practical tools, the training helps improve learning outcomes, reduce educational barriers, and enhance quality of life for individuals with dyscalculia.

Understanding Dyscalculia FAQ

Understanding Dyscalculia Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my Understanding Dyscalculia course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the Understanding Dyscalculia course CPD accredited?

Yes, the Understanding Dyscalculia course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a Understanding Dyscalculia certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited Understanding Dyscalculia course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the Understanding Dyscalculia course to improve my grade?

Yes, the Understanding Dyscalculia course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this Understanding Dyscalculia course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the Understanding Dyscalculia course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this Understanding Dyscalculia course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections. 

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