This best-selling and highly rated programme provides essential knowledge to work effectively in various education settings, supporting learners with dyslexia across UK classrooms. Designed specifically for teachers, teaching assistants and education professionals, this Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers course equips you with the specialist understanding required to identify, support and empower dyslexic learners with confidence.

This Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers course delivers in-depth knowledge of dyslexia as a specific learning difference, covering its neurological basis, early indicators, behavioural characteristics and long-term academic impact. You will gain expert understanding of how dyslexia affects reading, writing, spelling, memory, organisation and classroom engagement within UK educational environments.

Through this Dyslexia Awareness online course, you will explore the full range of dyslexia profiles, including phonological, visual, auditory, surface, deep and maths-related dyslexia. You will develop the ability to recognise how dyslexia presents differently in each learner, enabling you to adapt classroom approaches in line with individual needs and UK inclusion standards.

This CPD-accredited Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers course also develops your understanding of structured cumulative learning approaches, person-centred education strategies and evidence-informed interventions. You will gain clarity on UK legal frameworks, equality legislation and reasonable adjustments, ensuring you can support dyslexic pupils confidently while remaining compliant with UK education policy.

By enrolling in this Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers CPD Course, you strengthen your professional credibility, improve learner outcomes and enhance your effectiveness within inclusive UK classrooms.

Course Overview

Career-focused Dyslexia Awareness training designed for UK education professionals

• Fully online dyslexia training with 365-day flexible access
• CPD-accredited Dyslexia Awareness course recognised across the UK
• Covers early identification, characteristics and types of dyslexia
• Explores dyslexia’s impact on literacy, behaviour and learning
• Focuses on inclusive teaching strategies aligned with UK standards
• Supports equality, SEND provision and inclusive education practice
• Suitable for schools, academies, SEN settings and private education
• Ideal for teachers, teaching assistants, SEN staff and educators

By the end of this Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers course, you will be able to:

• Understand dyslexia as a neurodevelopmental learning difference
• Identify early signs and characteristics of dyslexia in learners
• Recognise different dyslexia profiles and their classroom impact
• Understand how dyslexia affects reading, writing and spelling
• Support learners with dyslexia using structured teaching approaches
• Apply person-centred strategies for inclusive education
• Understand the social, emotional and behavioural impact of dyslexia
• Navigate UK legislation related to dyslexia and equality
• Support learner confidence, engagement and academic progression

• Dyslexia identification and awareness skills
• Inclusive classroom support strategies
• Learner-centred education planning
• SEN and SEND support knowledge
• Classroom adaptation and differentiation skills
• Communication strategies for learner support
• Understanding of UK inclusion and equality frameworks
• Confidence supporting diverse learning needs

This Dyslexia Awareness CPD Certification is ideal for:

• Primary and secondary school teachers
• Teaching assistants and classroom support staff
• SEN teaching assistants and practitioners
• Early years educators and nursery staff
• Home educators and private tutors
• Education professionals seeking CPD certification
• Career changers entering UK education roles

Anyone supporting learners with dyslexia

When you enrol with Teachers Training, you benefit from:

• A dedicated UK-focused education platform
• 24/7 tutor and learner support
• Interactive and engaging online learning materials
• Affordable pricing with clear value
• Courses aligned with UK education standards
• 100 per cent online learning access
• Flexible study deadlines to suit your schedule
• Immediate access after enrolment

There are no formal entry requirements for this Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers course. To enrol, you should:

• Have an interest in education and learning support
• Possess a basic understanding of the English language
• Be motivated to support learners effectively
• No previous qualifications or experience required

After completing this Dyslexia Awareness for Teachers CPD Course, you can progress into roles such as:

• Classroom Teacher
• Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Learning Support Assistant
• Early Years Practitioner
• Education Support Worker
• Private Tutor
• SEN Support Staff

The assessment is straightforward; you need to complete the assignment questions that will be provided to you at the end of this  course, you can complete the assignment anytime you want. After you complete and submit your assignment, our tutors will assess your assignment and give you feedback if needed. 

After your assignment has been assessed and you have passed, you will be qualified and will be able to apply for a course completion certificate.

Upon completing the course and passing the final assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD QS Accredited Certificate from The Teachers Training, which demonstrates your professional knowledge and career readiness. You can select your preferred certificate option at discounted rates, with the Digital CPD Certificate (PDF) available for only £6.99, the Printed Hardcopy Certificate for only £9.99, or both the Digital and Printed Certificates together for just £11.99. This certification will significantly strengthen your CV and enhance your credibility within the education sector. Please note that discounted certificate pricing is available for a limited time only, so be sure to secure your certificate before the offer ends.