These are short, four module courses for parents, teachers, classroom assistants and others who would like to improve their knowledge of specialist areas. The courses are written in an accessible, engaging style that makes study easy and enjoyable, while still providing a comprehensive introduction to the area concerned. Each course is packed with practical suggestions and ideas. The course includes an attractive A4 folder containing all of the course materials required, plus a course textbook and full tutorial support for the duration of the course. Each course involves approximately 28 hours of study time. Students can work through this at their own pace - either completing the course in just a few weeks, or working through it more slowly.
why choose us?
Our tutorial support is second-to-none! You'll be assigned a personal tutor as soon as you enrol who will work with you all the way through. You can contact your tutor directly at any time if you have any questions or problems, or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going. Tutorial support is by e-mail and/or telephone.
understanding dyslexia
The course guides you through the different types of dyslexia and explains how this condition can be identified, as well as considering the challenges it presents. The course includes many practical suggestions for teaching and supporting children with dyslexia, both in the classroom and at home. The course book, Overcoming Dyslexia: A Straightforward Guide for Families and Teachers by Beve Hornsby is packed with useful practical tips.
- Learning Curve Certificate in Understanding Dyslexia
working with families
This course is ideal for teachers, teaching assistants and others who find themselves working extensively with families. It provides a clear, concise guide to the theory of family dynamics, as well as including a great deal of practical advise on how to work effectively with families. It also includes guidelines on how families can be encouraged to develop new, more nurturing ways of relating to each other. Course book, Working with Children, Adolescents and Their Families by Martin Herbert and Karen Harper-Dorton, is full of useful, practical suggestions.
- Learning Curve Certificate in Working with Families.
understanding ADHD
This course aims to provide a useful, practical resource for parents, teachers and others working with ADHD children. It explores the latest research on causes and treatments of ADHD, as well as drawing extensively on the experience of parents who have firsthand experience of ADHD. The course takes a 'whole child' approach. The course book, The ADHD Handbook: a guide for parents and professionals is a useful and comprehensive source of supporting material.
- Learning Curve Certificate in Understanding ADHD
understanding autism
This course has been written for parents, carers, teachers and school support staff who have no previous experience of Autism. It explores the latest thinking on both causes and treatments of autism. It also includes many practical suggestions on how to structure activities and overcome communication barriers, as well as many ideas for play and other activities. Playing, Laughing and Learning with Children on the Autism Spectrum: A Practical Resource of Play Ideas for Parents and Carers by Julia Moor.
- Learning Curve Certificate in Understanding Children with Autism.
understanding children with emotional and behavioural difficulties
This course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to Emotional and Behavioural difficulties (EBDs. It includes an exploration of the most common causes of these problems and reasons why they often go undetected. It also includes clear practical guidelines on how to help children with EBD to develop their emotional and communication skills. The course includes strategies that can be used in a wide range of contexts, and adapted to meet the unique needs of each individual. The course book is Children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and Communication Problems: There Is Always a Reason, Melanie Cross.
