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What is Learning Disabilities Awareness?
What is Learning Disabilities Awareness?Learning Disabilities Awareness is a CPD-accredited SEND awareness and neurodiversity training course designed to help professionals understand and support individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and dyslexia in education, healthcare, and social care settings.
This learning disabilities training course develops essential skills in recognising learning difficulties, understanding neurodivergent learners, and applying effective inclusive education strategies across classroom and care environments.
It is ideal for anyone working within Special Educational Needs (SEN) or supporting individuals with additional learning needs (ALN), helping improve communication, engagement, and learning outcomes.
Learning Disabilities Awareness Course Description
In modern education and care systems, understanding SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and neurodiversity in education is essential for delivering inclusive and effective support.
This online learning disabilities awareness training course provides comprehensive insight into:
✔ Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) awareness and support
✔ ADHD identification, behavioural understanding, and intervention strategies
✔ Dyslexia awareness, literacy challenges, and support approaches
✔ Core principles of neurodiversity and inclusive learning environments
✔ Effective strategies for supporting neurodivergent individuals in real-world settings
Learners will explore how autism, ADHD, and dyslexia affect cognition, communication, behaviour, attention, and learning ability across different age groups.
The course also focuses on developing professional competence in:
✔ SEND inclusion strategies and classroom support techniques
✔ Early identification of learning difficulties and additional needs
✔ Effective communication strategies for neurodivergent individuals
✔ Behaviour support and inclusive learning practice
Whether you work in education, healthcare, childcare, or social care, this course strengthens your ability to provide inclusive support aligned with UK SEND standards and best practice frameworks.
Upon completion, learners receive a recognised Learning Disabilities Awareness Certification, demonstrating commitment to inclusive education, neurodiversity awareness, and SEN support skills.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes- Identify key characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and dyslexia
- Understand the principles of SEND and neurodiversity awareness
- Apply effective inclusive education strategies in learning and care environments
- Improve communication with neurodivergent individuals and learners with additional needs
- Recognise early signs of learning difficulties and developmental differences
- Support individuals with attention, literacy, and behavioural challenges
- Understand assessment, diagnosis, and intervention approaches for learning disabilities
- Promote inclusive practice and equality in education and care settings
- Build confidence in supporting neurodivergent learners across different age groups
Who Is This Course For?
Who Is This Course For?- Teachers and educators working in mainstream and SEN settings
- Teaching assistants and learning support staff
- SENCOs and special educational needs professionals
- Healthcare and social care workers supporting vulnerable individuals
- Early years practitioners and childcare professionals
- Parents and caregivers of children with autism, ADHD, or dyslexia
- Individuals pursuing careers in SEN support, education, or care sectors
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Career Path & Salary Potential
Career Path & Salary PotentialCompleting this Learning Disabilities Awareness (Autism, ADHD & Dyslexia) course can support your progression into a range of roles within education, SEND support, healthcare, and social care sectors.
This qualification is highly relevant for careers working with neurodivergent learners and individuals with additional learning needs (ALN).
You may be able to pursue roles such as:
- Teaching Assistant (TA) – Supports classroom learning and assists pupils with additional needs in mainstream or SEN settings (£18,000–£25,000)
- SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – Provides targeted support for students with Special Educational Needs, helping deliver personalised learning strategies (£20,000–£28,000)
- Learning Support Assistant – Helps learners overcome barriers in education by supporting literacy, communication, and engagement (£19,000–£26,000)
- Autism Support Worker – Provides structured, person-centred support for individuals with autism in education or care environments (£20,000–£30,000)
- Behaviour Support Assistant – Supports learners with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties using positive intervention strategies (£20,000–£32,000)
- Social Care Worker – Supports vulnerable individuals and families with complex needs in community and residential settings (£30,000–£45,000)
- SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) – Leads SEND provision within schools, ensuring inclusive education practices and compliance with SEN frameworks (£35,000–£55,000)
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a CPD course that teaches how to support individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and learning difficulties in education and care settings.
Yes, it is aligned with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) frameworks and inclusive education standards.
No, this course is suitable for beginners as well as professionals working in education, healthcare, or social care.
It supports roles such as Teaching Assistant, SENCO, Autism Support Worker, and Learning Support Assistant.
Yes, you will receive a Learning Disabilities Awareness Certification (CPD Accredited) upon completion.
Neurodiversity awareness is understanding that people learn and process information differently, including conditions such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and promoting inclusive support for all individuals.
SEND awareness training teaches professionals how to support individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, helping them create inclusive environments in education and care settings.
Learning disabilities are lifelong conditions affecting intellectual functioning, while learning difficulties affect specific skills such as reading or attention, without impacting overall intelligence.
Common signs of ASD include differences in social communication, repetitive behaviours, sensory sensitivities, and challenges in understanding social cues.
Teachers can support dyslexic students by using multi-sensory teaching methods, breaking down tasks, providing reading support tools, and allowing extra processing time.
Learning Disabilities Awareness (Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia) Reviews
Curriculum
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Learning Difficulties Related to Autism
00:21:00
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Autism Diagnosis
00:14:00
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Cognitive Approaches in Autism
00:15:00
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Dealing with Autistic Individuals
00:22:00
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Other Considerations for Dealing with Autistic Individuals
00:17:00
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Engagement in Autism Awareness
00:11:00
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Introduction to ADHD
00:13:00
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ADHD in Young and Adults
00:19:00
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ADHD in Family Settings
00:12:00
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ADHD in Educational Settings and Parent Training
00:19:00
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ADHD and Attention Difficulties
00:15:00
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Cognitive Approaches in ADHD
00:16:00
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The Organisation of Care for ADHD
00:21:00
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Introduction to Dyslexia
00:16:00
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Dyslexia and Learning Difficulties
00:16:00
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Dyslexia in the School
00:21:00
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Cognitive Approaches in Dyslexia
00:15:00
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Law for Dyslexia
00:12:00
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Duration:5 hours, 19 minutes
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