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Beyond “Clumsy”: Understanding DCD/Dyspraxia in SpLD Assessment - 26 Mar 2026 to 26 Mar 2027: Praxis

Beyond “Clumsy”: Understanding DCD/Dyspraxia in SpLD Assessment - 26 Mar 2026 to 26 Mar 2027: Praxis

Overview

  • Date(s)
    26 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2027
  • Cost
    £149.00
  • Provider
    Praxis CPD Ltd
  • Delivery type
    Distance
  • Course level
    Intermediate
  • Course summary

    Developmental Coordination Disorder, also known as Dyspraxia, is a common yet serious lifelong condition affecting movement and coordination in individuals of all ages, with symptoms present from childhood.  This course will explore how psychologists and specialist teacher assessors can investigate the possibility of DCD/Dyspraxia in both the pre- and post- 16 age groups in accordance with updated SASC guidance and with reference to the SASC 2025 report format.
  • CPD credit hours
    5 hours
  • Course themes
    Reviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
  • Audience
    Assessors, Assessment centres
  • Website
    https://courses.praxis-cpd.org.uk)
  • SASC Code
    SASC-20260223-1613

Description

Course Description

This course will equip SpLD assessors with a comprehensive understanding of the current UK definition of DCD/Dyspraxia, in line with the international consensus.  Although there is no distinct pattern of cognitive strengths or weaknesses associated with DCD/ Dyspraxia, the course will explore how assessment methods will help define the individual’s profile and identify the specific support needs.  Differences in the assessment of the pre- and post- 16 individual will be discussed throughout.

The course will explore the following:

·        The approved definitions and current SASC view of DCD/Dyspraxia.

·        The importance of background information, how it is gathered and reported.

·        What might be revealed through appropriate assessment measures.

·        Overlaps with other known SpLDs.

·        The appropriate use of language when reporting assessment findings.

·        Recommendations.

At the end of each session, there will be an opportunity for delegates to ask questions.

 

Learning outcomes

Course Outcome

Delegates will develop an awareness of:

·        How to develop best practice in gathering relevant background information, assessment and referral.

·        How to report findings in an accessible and sensitive way.

·        How to move the individual forward in terms of recommendations and possible onward referral.

 

Course prerequisites

Eligibility

Delegates are expected to hold a relevant qualification in the diagnostic assessment of SpLDs. [Level 7 or equivalent qualification]

Pre-Requisites

Delegates will need to hold a current Assessment Practising Certificate or be HCPC registered as practitioner psychologists

Booking options

Frequently asked questions

Yes- it is a live day's training that will be recorded on March 26th and available as a recording thereafter. Sign up at the early bird rate and you can attend live and have access to the recording for 90 days.

Yes, this course covers typical developmental trajectories and on-going impact.  It includes conten relevant for both pre and post 16 practitioners.

Yes- you will be able to access your certificate which can be used to confirm your attendance at this 5 hours SASC authorised training.