Provision for Children with Developmental Disorders
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Description
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Postgraduate
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Location
Leeds
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Different dates available
If you work with children with developmental disorders in education, health, psychology or social services or even if you’re a parent with appropriate qualifications, this programme will give you an insight into these complex disorders and how to support the children who have them.
You’ll focus on four major development disorders in children: Dyslexia, Developmental Coordination Disorder (often known as Dyspraxia), Attention Deficit Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder. You’ll consider the evidence regarding the nature, diagnosis, assessment and intervention of each disorder – including the controversies that surround them – guided by leading researchers in the field.
We don’t promote any particular method of assessment or management. Instead, we look at the available evidence in education, health or the home, and allow you to focus on the models that relate to your own context.
Research insight
You’ll be taught by members of the Childhood and Youth Academic Group, which has a long-established, international reputation for research in developmental disorders. The course distils the expertise within the team and draws on research that we have conducted, funded by agencies such as the ESRC, Action Medical Research, and private and charitable UK organisations that work with children with these disorders.
We offer students a vibrant intellectual and academic experience. Not only will you benefit from weekly research-led teaching, but you’ll have the chance to attend seminars with leading academics, hosted by the School of Education or other departments.
Exemptions
You can use the credits gained from this programme towards MA Special Educational Needs, meaning you’ll need to take fewer modules to achieve that qualification.
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Entry requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) and, at least, three years of relevant experience. We also consider applicants with alternative experience on an individual basis.
We accept a range of international equivalent qualifications. For more information contact the School of Education admissions team.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
Improve your English age for Social Science and Arts: Education (10 weeks).
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Subjects
- Teaching
- Dyslexia
Course programme
You’ll take a single module in each semester, allowing you to focus on individual developmental disorders in depth.
You’ll consider the concept, nature and characteristics of Dyslexia, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder.
In addition, you’ll take a critical approach to understanding how each disorder is assessed and identified. You’ll also consider how they’re managed in different contexts, allowing you to focus on the environments that are most relevant to your professional or personal interests.
Course structureThese are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.
Modules Year 1Compulsory modules
- Developmental Disorders I: Dyslexia and Developmental Coordination Disorder 30 credits
- Developmental Disorders II: Attention Deficit Disorder and Autistic Spectrum Disorder 30 credits
For more information on typical modules, read Provision for Children with Developmental Disorders PGCert in the course catalogue
Learning and teachingThis programme is taught in evening sessions. Each module will include twelve lectures lasting two hours each. Weekly taught sessions will include lectures, discussions and group tasks so you can share knowledge and experiences with your fellow students and tutor. If you need to discuss aspects of your studies individually, the course tutor is available for one-to-one tutorials.
AssessmentThere are no exams on this programme, and modules are assessed by coursework only. You’ll complete a 6,000 word essay for each module to demonstrate your understanding of the topics under study.
Provision for Children with Developmental Disorders
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ABA Training Ltd
NVQ InhousePrice on request -
Alpha International Training
NVQ OnlinePrice on request -
Home Learning Courses
Vocational qualification Distance LearningPrice on request -
Weymouth College
NVQ OnlinePrice on request -
Canterbury College
Course OnlinePrice on request -
Charles Sturt University
Postgraduate OnlinePrice on request -
University of Dundee
Master Distance Learning£ 2,300
See all