The Feifer Assessment of Mathematics - 06 Oct 2026 to 05 Oct 2027
Overview
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Date(s)06 Oct 2026 - 05 Oct 2027
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Cost£60.00
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ProviderBritish Dyslexia Association (BDA)
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Delivery typeDistance
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Course levelIntermediate
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Course summary
This training introduces practitioners to the Feifer Assessment of Mathematics (FAM), First Edition, with a focus on its application in line with SASC diagnostic assessment and report writing guidance.
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CPD credit hours2 hours and 30 minutes
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Course themesReviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
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AudienceAssessors
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Website
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SASC CodeSASC-20261006-1759
Description
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the FAM, including its structure, subtests, and what each subtest measures. The course will highlight which subtests are essential for identifying Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) in mathematics/dyscalculia, and how results can be used to inform diagnostic decision-making. Access to the FAM is required for participation.
Learning outcomes
This course provides:
1. An in-depth understanding of the structure and purpose of the Feifer Assessment of Mathematics (FAM).
2. How to select and administer the subtests required for a SpLD Maths/dyscalculia assessment.
3. The structure of the FAM screener.
4. Practice in scoring some of the FAM subtests.
Course prerequisites
Level 7 qualification in teaching and assessing learners with dyslexia or dyscalculia .