Dyslexia Awareness and Child Psychology

Course Overview

The Dyslexia Awareness and Child Psychology course provides learners with essential knowledge of childhood development, learning difficulties, and psychological factors that influence children's behaviour and learning. This course focuses on understanding dyslexia, recognising learning disabilities, and applying supportive strategies to help children succeed academically and emotionally.

This course is ideal for individuals working with children in educational or care environments, as well as those interested in child development, learning support, and psychology.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, learners will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of dyslexia and learning difficulties in children

Identify common signs and symptoms of dyslexia

Explore the relationship between child psychology and learning development

Recognise different forms of learning disabilities

Understand supportive teaching and learning strategies for dyslexic children

Explore psychological and cognitive approaches used in child development

Understand safeguarding and support frameworks for children with learning difficulties

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Understand dyslexia and its impact on children's learning
• Recognise the psychological and developmental needs of children
• Support children with learning difficulties in educational settings
• Promote inclusive learning environments for children with additional needs

(Exact course structure may vary depending on training provider requirements.)

Important Notice

Please note that this course does not qualify learners to register with the HCPC or practise as a professional child psychologist. This course provides theoretical knowledge and CPD learning to enhance understanding of dyslexia awareness and child psychology principles.

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Teachers and teaching assistants
• Special educational needs (SEN) support staff
• Childcare professionals and support workers
• Parents and guardians interested in child development
• Anyone interested in child psychology and learning support

No prior experience is required.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities

Child Development and Psychological Growth

Understanding Cognitive Development in Children

Identifying Signs and Symptoms of Dyslexia

Educational Support Strategies for Dyslexic Learners

Psychological Approaches to Learning and Behaviour

Legal and Educational Frameworks for Learning Support

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through flexible online learning materials designed to support self-paced study. Training includes structured lessons, interactive learning modules, and professional audio voiceover guidance accessible via laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Key Features of the Dyslexia Awareness and Child Psychology Course

• CPD accredited course
• Instant e-certificate upon completion
• Optional printed certificate delivered by post
• Fully online interactive course with audio voiceover
• Course content developed by qualified professionals
• Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet, and smartphone
• Complies with EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• 24/7 learning assistance and support

Learning Outcomes

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

• Understand dyslexia, its types, symptoms, and diagnosis among children
• Recognise dyslexia and other common learning disabilities
• Understand how dyslexia affects children's learning in school environments
• Apply cognitive and behavioural approaches to support dyslexic learners
• Understand educational frameworks and policies relating to dyslexia

Assessment

Assessment is conducted through an online evaluation at the end of the course. This may include:

• Multiple-choice questions
• Knowledge-based online assessments

Results are marked instantly and automatically, allowing learners to know immediately whether they have passed. If unsuccessful, learners may retake the final assessment without limitation.

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a recognised Dyslexia Awareness and Child Psychology certificate demonstrating their understanding of learning disabilities and child development principles.

A digital certificate will be issued immediately after course completion, and learners may request a printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £5.99). Certificates do not expire, although periodic renewal of training is recommended.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Dyslexia Awareness and Child Psychology course, are fully accredited for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), helping learners build professional knowledge and skills in child psychology and learning support.

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