Additional Learning Support

About this course

The course develops practical approaches to reading, writing, maths and general learning. Learners explore ways to understand information more easily, including breaking words into sounds and identifying key words. Writing activities focus on organising ideas with planning frames and using spell-check support. The sessions also introduce assistive technologies and memory techniques, alongside methods for staying organised and completing learning tasks. Personalised guidance is provided in a supportive setting, allowing learners to work at their own pace. The course may complement another programme when additional learning support is needed.

What you'll learn

• Apply strategies for breaking words into sounds and identifying key words when reading
• Organise written ideas using planning frames and spell-check support
• Use assistive technology and memory techniques to support reading and writing tasks
• Apply strategies for understanding information, staying organised and completing learning tasks

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners with additional learning needs, including dyslexia, and for those taking another course who need extra support. It suits learners who can engage with weekly sessions and use personalised guidance to develop study strategies at their own pace.

• Particularly relevant to learners with additional learning needs such as dyslexia
• Can complement participation in another course where extra learning support is needed
• Includes personalised guidance rather than a single approach for all learners