Applying for an Assessment Practising Certificate: Online Course: Dyslexia Action
Overview
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Date(s)05 May 2023 - 05 May 2024
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Cost£204.00
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ProviderDyslexia Action Training/ Real Training
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Delivery typeDistance
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Course levelIntermediate
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Course summary
This specialist assessment CPD training course covers current best practice in report writing and preparation for those looking to gain or renew an Assessment Practising Certificate.
https://dyslexiaaction.org.uk/applying-for-and-renewing-an-assessment-practising-certificate-online-course/
Meets requirements for C1 & C2.
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CPD credit hours5 hours
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Course themesReviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
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AudienceAssessors, Support, Assessment centres, Training institutions
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Description
This course has been specifically designed to update specialist teacher assessors on the SASC requirements for dyslexia/SpLD report writing and to meet APC renewal criteria. This online course runs over a four-week period and is supported by specialist tutors through online forums. Participants will be able to update their knowledge and understanding by revisiting and reviewing, aspects of statistical constructs; the structure of a SASC diagnostic assessment report for specific learning difficulties and the continuing professional development activities required in order to maintain professional practice standards.
https://dyslexiaaction.org.uk/applying-for-and-renewing-an-assessment-practising-certificate-online-course/
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate understanding of important basic APC statistical constructs such as the normal distribution curve and confidence intervals.
- Describe the structure of a SASC Post-16 Years Diagnostic Assessment Report for Specific Learning Difficulties.
- Recognise the key characteristics that distinguish a diagnostic report that meets current SASC criteria.
- Demonstrate commitment to undertake continuing professional development activities in order to maintain professional practice standards.
Course prerequisites
- Qualified assessors wishing to renew their APC.
- Qualified assessors seeking an APC for the first time.
- Qualified assessors wishing to advise potential APC applicants.
Frequently asked questions
The presenters for this course are very experienced and senior professionals in the field who review APC applications on a regular basis. They will be able to guide participants through the process and answer questions on all aspects of APC renewal and good report writing.
This course aims to refresh participant's knowledge and improve good practice with regard to SpLD Report Writing to SASC standards. It is suitable for those seeking APC renewal and individuals seeking to improve their own continuing professional development.
Assessment professionals should regularly engage in CPD to ensure that their practice is informed and current. This course will provide an opportunity to engage with other professionals as well as the course tutor to share good practice about the latest tests and requirements.
The course is offered regularly throughout the year. See our website for full details of dates and registration.