Specialist Teacher Training
Accredited courses by OCN 4 Learning and British Dyslexia Association
Due to high demand, our January 2026 courses are now fully booked. However, we are currently accepting applications in advance for our 2026 course intakes.
We will be running a limited number of courses starting in May 2026, with our main programme intakes beginning in September 2026. Places across all intakes are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and tend to fill quickly.
We strongly encourage early applications. Submitting an application and securing your place with a deposit is the only way to guarantee a place on your preferred course and start date.
If you are considering training with us in 2026, we recommend applying as early as possible to avoid disappointment. If you have any questions about course availability or the application process, please do not hesitate to get in touch via our contact page.
Our flexible online courses, and expert-led programs provide practical, research-based strategies to support inclusive teaching and learning across diverse educational systems. Whether you work in a school, college, university, or tutor company—anywhere in the world—our specialist CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is designed to help you make a lasting impact in your learning environment.
Dyslexia and Dyscalculia Teacher Training Our dyslexia and dyscalculia teacher training programs offer comprehensive insights into effective teaching methods tailored specifically for students with dyslexia. We empower educators with the tools necessary to support neurodiverse learners effectively. Join a growing global community of educators who are committed to supporting neurodiverse learners.
Explore our dyslexia and dyscalculia courses for teachers, SENCOS, teaching assistants, tutors, parents, educational psychologists and other educational professionals that aim to build understanding and practical skills in addressing the educational needs of students with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Join a growing global community of educators who are committed to supporting neurodiverse learners. Our mission is simple: to empower educators with the tools and knowledge to ensure no learner is left behind—regardless of location or curriculum.
What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning difference that primarily affects reading and spelling skills. It is most commonly linked to difficulties with phonological processing, such as recognising and manipulating sounds in words. Dyslexia occurs across the full range of intellectual abilities and can vary in severity. It is a lifelong condition that may also co-occur with other specific learning differences like ADHD or language disorders.
What is dyscalculia? Dyscalculia is a specific, long‑term difficulty with understanding numbers and basic arithmetic that is unexpected given a person’s age, education, and overall intelligence. The key issue lies in processing numerical magnitude—such as knowing which number is larger, estimating amounts, grasping place value, and understanding number order. It affects math fluency and problem-solving, often shows up across school years, and may co-occur with dyslexia, ADHD, or anxiety about maths.
The Level 5 certificate holds BDA Accredited Teacher/Accredited Practitioner (BDA ATS/APS) accreditation. This means that candidates who have successfully passed the Level 5 certificate can apply to the BDA for ATS or APS status and professional membership. The Level 7 holds the BDA Associate Member of the British Dyslexia Association (AMBDA), and this indicates a high standard of professional competence in both diagnostic assessment and teaching.
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