menu icon
Book your open day visit nowClick to book open day
PgCert Education (Dyscalculia)

Different course options

Study mode

Part time

Duration

1 year

Start date

FEB-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

Postgraduate Certificate

Subject areas

Education Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

This programme, which is suitable for graduates working in educational settings, will equip you with an understanding of the critical debates and issues surrounding dyscalculia and mathematics learning difficulties. You will develop the ability to screen and plan a programme of intervention for learners with dyscalculia, as well as engaging in the completion of reports based on the screening and assessment of learners. You will be equipped with a clear understanding of a range of approaches to effective teaching and learning and gain an appreciation of the wider social and emotional aspects of dyscalculia and mathematics learning difficulties. The programme provides a combination of critical thinking, evaluation and practical action to ensure you can demonstrate highly effective practice and support for learners with dyscalculia. On successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for Approved Dyscalculia Teacher (ATD) status with the British Dyslexia Association. Your future career

The programme will equip you with the professional attributes, skills, knowledge, attitudes and confidence required to understand the needs of individuals with dyscalculia and provide highly effective specialist support to them.

You will graduate eligible to apply for Approved Dyscalculia Teacher (ATD) status with the British Dyslexia Association, the UK membership association which is working to achieve a dyslexia-friendly society. This will ensure that you are recognised as a specialist teacher of dyscalculia and open up a number of progression routes into positions which support learners with dyscalculia in educational contexts.

Modules

Investigating Dyscalculia / Maths Learning Difficulties develops your understanding of the critical debates and issues surrounding dyscalculia and mathematics learning difficulties. The module will enable you to explore and develop good practice, including the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary for the identification of children or young people who may have mathematics learning difficulties or dyscalculia. You will analyse the potential impact of mathematics learning difficulties and dyscalculia on social and emotional development, explore potential barriers to learning, enhance your understanding of the commonalities and differences between dyslexia and dyscalculia, and develop the ability to plan and evaluate an effective programme of intervention.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£2,940

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£3,660

Entry requirements

You should be a practising professional, working as a teacher, lecturer or practitioner within an educational setting, and have a degree (or equivalent). Applicants who do not meet these requirements may also be considered on an individual basis.

University information

Edge Hill University has been inspiring minds since 1885 and continues to live up to its ethos of ‘creating opportunity from knowledge’. The university’s commitment to excellence shines through to its cutting-edge research, scholarship opportunities, contemporary facilities and most importantly, its passionate and dedicated teaching staff. Students are empowered to craft their own future, learning in ways that work for them, from expert...more

Similar courses at this uni