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FSC2545 Dyslexia, ADHD and ASC: The Most Prevalent Additional Needs in Ireland

Course Description

“Dyslexia, ADHD and ASC: The Most Prevalent Additional Needs in Ireland” is an online teacher summer course tailored to address the unique educational needs of pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), dyslexia, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This course delves into the theories, presentations, learning styles, behaviour management techniques, and interventions necessary to foster an inclusive classroom environment. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of these conditions, develop practical teaching strategies, and learn to create supportive learning environments that promote participation and inclusion for all pupils.

  • In-depth Understanding of ASC, Dyslexia, and ADHD: Explore the diagnosis, presentation, and core challenges of ASC, dyslexia, and ADHD, including their prevalence in Irish classrooms.
  • Effective Teaching and Support Strategies: Learn structured visual teaching strategies, environmental modifications, and evidence-based interventions to support pupils with additional needs.
  • Behaviour and Learning Environment Management: Master techniques for managing behaviour and creating an appropriate learning environment for pupils with sensory processing difficulties and ADHD.
  • School Self-Evaluation and Inclusion: Implement the School Self-Evaluation process to enhance the inclusion of pupils with additional needs, developing school improvement plans based on the LAOS Quality Framework.

This course is ideal for primary school teachers and special education teachers who are committed to supporting the learning and inclusion of pupils with ASC, dyslexia, and ADHD. Participants will emerge from the course equipped with the knowledge and tools to address these pupils’ needs effectively, enhancing their educational experience and outcomes.

Enrol today and take a significant step towards meeting the diverse needs of your students with confidence and competence.

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Essential Details

Price: €69.00
Course Code: FSC2545
Tutor Support: Phone, e-Mail, Forum, Live Chat
Start Date: Tuesday, 1st July 2025
Duration: 20 Hours
Format: Online
Skill Level: Beginner
Qualification: Certificate

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Course Information

EPV Days – this course is approved by the Dept. of Education for qualification of EPV days. The more courses you select, the more EPV days you receive:

  • 1 online course – 3 EPV days entitlement
  • 2 online courses – 4 EPV days entitlement
  • 3 online courses – 5 EPV days entitlement

Requirements: All our courses are run in accordance with the Department of Education and Skills criteria.

Training Period: Courses begin on Tuesday, 1st July 2025 at 9:00am and must be completed by Friday, 22nd August 2025 at 5.00pm.

Course Length: Each course requires approximately 20 hours of study including time to complete any assessments.

Support: The Discussion forums are facilitated by expert moderators.

Course Fees: Courses may be purchased either online or by phone.

  • One course €69
  • Two courses €89
  • Three courses €99

Questions and Support: Our Support team are on hand to answer all your queries, either by phone, live chat or e-mail.

Certification: When you have successfully completed your course, you will receive your CPD Certificate.

Course Content

Module 1: Inclusion and Understanding ASC

  • Understand the aims, principles, and features of the Primary School Curriculum in relation to children with additional needs.
  • Explain the concept of inclusion for pupils with additional needs.
  • Describe the diagnosis, presentation, core challenges, and main theories of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
  • Recognise additional difficulties and the prevalence of ASC in Irish classrooms.

Module 2: Visual Learning, Environmental and Positive Behaviour Supports for Children with ASC

  • Summarise the NEPS Continuum of Support Model and its application for pupils with ASC.
  • Develop and use structured visual teaching strategies and resources tailored for children with ASC.
  • Construct an appropriate learning environment and implement strategies for sensory processing difficulties.
  • Analyse and manage the environment to support appropriate behaviors in pupils with ASC.

Module 3: Understanding Dyslexia and Practical Approaches for Teaching Pupils with Dyslexia

  • Outline Ireland’s literacy and numeracy strategy and the components of the Primary Language Curriculum.
  • Describe the diagnosis, presentation, and challenges of dyslexia.
  • Implement and evaluate evidence-based interventions and teaching strategies for pupils with dyslexia.
  • Understand the prevalence of dyslexia.

Module 4: Understanding ADHD and Practical Approaches for Teaching Pupils with ADHD

  • Describe the diagnosis, presentation, and challenges of ADHD.
  • Implement evidence-based strategies to support learning, behavior, and social/emotional competence of pupils with ADHD.
  • Align strategies with the Primary SPHE Curriculum and promote wellbeing.
  • Understand comorbidity with regard to ASC, dyslexia, and ADHD and its prevalence.

Module 5: School Self-Evaluation and Inclusion of Pupils with Additional Needs in Schools

  • Describe and implement the School Self-Evaluation process to support inclusion.
  • Use the LAOS Quality Framework for planning and monitoring the SSE process.
  • Develop school improvement plans to enhance the inclusion of pupils with additional needs.
  • Evaluate and implement strategies and whole-school initiatives for inclusion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The course completion requirements are as follows:

You are required to post two comments to the forum post at the end of each module throughout the course. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

Your progression from module to module is contingent on the successful completion of these assignments.

The end of course reflective assignment must demonstrate achievement of the course’s stated learning outcomes.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 10 hours online and an additional 10 hours either online or offline

If you signed up for your course online you will have received an email with login details to start your training. Please check your spam/junk email folder as it may have landed in there.

All our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course so please allow up to 2 weeks for the grade and feedback for the End of Course assignment.

The courses contain 5 modules each of which is made up of individual lessons.

You are required to engage with the course for a total of 20 hours (10 Hours online is mandatory and the remaining 10 hours can be online or offline for other learning activities)

Yes you can decide to do either. It is up to you what way you want to complete the course, once you demonstrate engagement for a total of 20 hours (10 of these must be online)

You are required to post to the forum posts at the end of each module throughout the course. You will need to post two comments. Each contribution is required to be at least 100 words.

This is usually caused by not meeting the criteria for completing the previous module, in particular posting at least two contributions to the course forum.

The minimum word count is to be no less than 300 words and not more than 500 words.

Naturally, like most courses, it is only possible to evaluate your grade when you have completed the course.

There is two parts to the assessment:

<strong>1. Meeting the Minimum Criteria:</strong> You are required to complete all 5 modules, regularly contribute to the course forum after each module (at least 2 meaningful contributions per module).

<strong>2. Assignments:</strong> You must complete Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and posts to the forums at the end of each module, as well as an overall End of Course Assignment. Once you have met each of these conditions, you should qualify for your EPV days and receiving your Flúirse certificate of completion.

You’ll be glad to hear that ALL our course facilitators monitor the progress of every teacher on their respective course and will always inform them before the course closing date if they do not appear to have met the above criteria for any reason.

More questions? Check our FAQ Section.

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