Postgraduate Diploma in Dyslexia and Literacy
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This course builds on and develops the skills and knowledge covered in the Certificate course and therefore only students who have successfully completed the Postgraduate Certificate may progress to the Postgraduate Diploma.
Like the Certificate, the Diploma integrates theory with practical teaching. The teaching diary continues, together with a journal of independent research and practice. There is a module that involves working with an adult learner of 16+ years, carrying out an assessment and writing a report. The course is assessed through practical teaching and two summative pieces of work- a case study and an essay.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Dyslexia and Literacy is a comprehensive course comprised of 6 modules, each of which requires about 100 hours of study and carries 10 credits. The Postgraduate Diploma has a total credit value of 60 CAT (Credit Accumulation and Transfer) points at Master's (M) level, validated by the University of York.
The e-learning part of the course is delivered through Moodle and students are assigned a tutor who supports with both academic guidance and practical advice throughout the course. The education tutors are experienced, practising specialist dyslexia teachers.
What students say
Having graduated from the PG Diploma, I am now the SpLD teacher in a large Comprehensive School. I not only support pupils with speciailst literacy teaching but am also able to assess and identify specific needs.
I have received excellent feedback from parents, who feel more confident that their children are receiving the support that they need without the necessity of statementing.
A very rewarding job and I only wish that I had completed the course years earlier. My kids are great - dyslexia rules!
Jane Cooke 2009
I have received excellent feedback from parents, who feel more confident that their children are receiving the support that they need without the necessity of statementing.
A very rewarding job and I only wish that I had completed the course years earlier. My kids are great - dyslexia rules!
Jane Cooke 2009
I have thoroughly enjoyed the course and have learnt a tremendous amount and use this knowledge every day in my teaching. The SENCo in our school is finishing at the end of term and the headmaster has asked if would apply for the post. I would have baulked at such responsibility two years ago but I am now full of enthusiasm and eagerness. Many, many thanks.
Bethan Griffiths-Payne 2009
Bethan Griffiths-Payne 2009
Who is the course for
The Postgraduate Diploma is for practitioners who have successfully completed the PG Certificate.
Course content and structure
The duration of the PG Diploma is one academic year. There is an intake once a year in October.
Study time is estimated to be equivalent to 15 hours per week during each academic term (600 hours in total)
There are six modules for the Postgraduate Diploma which build on and develop those already studied for the Certificate. These modules cover such aspects as the principles and practice of advanced assessment, professional issues, practical teaching using a multi media structured programme and a module involving a choice of options.
Pupil assessment is studied in more detail than for the Certificate, with a wider range of tests being used and evaluated. This will make students eligible to meet the requirements of the Practising Certificate for DSAs. Practical teaching for the Diploma involves working with an older learner of 16+.
There is a one day Induction School at the beginning of the course, which includes an introduction to additional assessment tests, building on those studied for the Certificate. Successful completion of the course is assessed through formative and summative written assignments, tutor monitoring and observation (by submitted DVD recording) of practical teaching and assessment and contributions to the discussions and topic forums on Moodle. Summative assessment is through a case study and professional experience and impact report. Some assessment is also carried out by peer review. There is no written examination.
Course award
After successfully completing this second year of study which follows on from successful completion of the PG Certificate, you will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Dyslexia and Literacy, validated by the University of York.
This course also offers:
- Eligibility for AMBDA on successful completion of the Diploma
- 60 CAT Master’s Level points for the Postgraduate Diploma
- Eligibility for a Practising Certificate
Course entry requirements
- Successful completion of the PG Certificate in Dyslexia and Literacy
Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure is a requirement of this course for all UK-based students and the cost is included in the course fee. Please visit www.crb.gov.uk for further information.
Course venue and dates
This is an e-learning course that takes place entirely online.
There is a non-compulsory Induction Day offered in the early weeks of the course at Dyslexia Action, Park House, Egham, Surrey The date of the Induction Day for the 4 October course will be Saturday, 16 October 2010. This will give you the opportunity to meet other students and tutors, to ask questions and for face-to-face input. You are strongly urged to attend.
The start date of the next Postgraduate Diploma Programme via the Moodle Virtual Learning Environment will be 4 October 2010
Course dates
The next course starts on 4 October 2010.
The Induction Day will be held on Saturday, 16 October.
Course fees
UK Students: GBP 2100 (subject to change)
Overseas Students: GBP 3450 (subject to change)
This covers all fees for tuition and for the Induction, library membership and Guild membership. All fees must be paid in GBP in advance of the course start dates. Students who are not sponsored and pay for themselves may pay in instalments.
Click here for our fee sheet.
For details of classification as a UK/EU student and information for overseas students, please click here.
Textbooks and tests are not included in the overall course fee. How much do the PG Dip books cost?
Textbooks and tests are available through the Dyslexia Action Resources Shop at a discount to registered students. All surplus income from the Dyslexia Action shop is put towards the charitable purposes of the organisation.
Textbooks and tests are not included in the overall course fee. How much do the PG Dip books cost?
Textbooks and tests are available through the Dyslexia Action Resources Shop at a discount to registered students. All surplus income from the Dyslexia Action shop is put towards the charitable purposes of the organisation.
New sources of funding are now available for teachers in England interested in postgraduate training in dyslexia and literacy. See here for details on who's eligible. Please send in your application as soon as possible. Places on the course are filling up fast. See here for details on the application process.
Application details
All applications can only be accepted either by fax or hard copy in the post and by email if the form and documents can be scanned befor sending. Please allow sufficient time to complete before the application deadline.
You must have completed and passed the Certificate course to study for the second Diploma year. Please click here to download the Application Form. Or click here for pdf format.
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