Course Overview
Unfortunately, you are only eligible for a free course with UCS College Group if you live in Somerset, Dorset or Wiltshire. Your postcode will be checked after you make an application, so if you live outside of these counties, please find an alternative provider.
This qualification aims to give learners knowledge of different specific learning difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported. The qualification can be used by a wide range of learners looking to improve their knowledge and awareness in this subject area.
Unit 1 – Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
- The range and characteristics of Specific Learning Difficulties
- The nature of Specific Learning Difficulties.
Unit 2 – Understanding the effects of Specific Learning Difficulties
- The effects of Specific Learning Difficulties
- The strengths and barriers faced by individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
Unit 3 – Understanding the diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
- The importance of seeking a formal diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
- The process of diagnosing Specific Learning Difficulties.
Unit 4 – Understanding supporting individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
- How support for individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties can be provided in different settings
- How individualised support is provided.
Unit 5 – Understanding the context of Specific Learning Difficulties
- How attitudes, legislation and services related to Specific Learning Difficulties have changed over time
- Legislation in relation to Specific Learning Difficulties.
Assessment Methods
Assessments are due at the end of each unit. Your tutor will assess your work and build up your portfolio of evidence learning. A certificate will be awarded on satisfactory submission of evidence of learning for the units studied.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
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The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
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All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
The Safeguarding Team can offer advice and guidance on anything that may be affecting your young person and their studies – no problem is too big or too small!
Please email our Safeguarding team at staysafe@ucscollegegroup.ac.uk. If you query is urgent, please come to the College Reception and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
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