Certificate In Learning Disability

Learning Disability Courses

About the Course

Special education teacher’s responsibilities include setting learning goals for each student, assess their progress, and record their evaluations over time. Our online courses for special education certification train the candidates to design and implement lessons geared towards the individual needs and capabilities of the students under their supervision. Special education training online can be taken up by teachers in the preschool, elementary, middle, and high school levels. This career requires education, training and sometimes certification. The learning disabilities certificate online trains the teachers for skills specific to special education teachers, including empathy, patience, and organization. Faculties with certificates in learning disabilities must accurately assess students' progress and adjust lessons to their needs. Special education teachers in public schools need at least a bachelor’s degree or need to go through a special education course online. Some teachers receive a bachelor’s degree specifically in education, or even special education.

A special education course is designed to equip educators with specialized knowledge and skills to support students with diverse learning needs. Participants gain a deep understanding of inclusive teaching strategies, assessment techniques, and individualized educational plans. The special education course covers topics such as learning disabilities, behavioral interventions, assistive technology, and collaboration with parents and professionals. By completing this course, educators are prepared to create inclusive and supportive learning environments, promote positive student outcomes, and advocate for the rights and needs of students with disabilities.

Aims & Objectives

  • To appreciate needs of children with special education needs in a classroom.

  • To develop the skills required to work effectively with the children with special needs in an inclusive setup.

  • To create awareness and sensitize the community regarding children with special needs.

Course Content

THEORY

Paper- I : Introduction to Special Education and Learning Disability.

This paper enables to understand different concepts, trends and issues that challenge special education and recognize the associated conditions of LD.

Paper- II : Development Psychology and Education Psychology.

This paper enables to understand the nature of human growth and development & importance of psychological processes in learning. The paper also primes a student to the assessment procedures of LD.

Paper - III : Remedial / Enhancement Education

This paper trains a teacher to understand the areas and types of curriculum needs that are a challenge to children with LD. The emphasis in this paper is on training a teacher in strategies to be an effective special educator to remediate reading, writing & math areas of core curriculum; comprehension & organization in co-curriculum & social skills in extra-curricular areas.

Practical

Microteaching

Remedial Teaching

Teaching-aid preparation

Worksheet Preparation

Case Discussions

Presentation

Workshops

For Whom

Course is meant for practicing teachers, professionals in the field of education and mental health and parents aspiring to have deeper insights into LD & associated conditions.

Duration

5 Months (once a week for 3 hours on weekends)

Career Opportunities

  • Associate yourself with a special educator / remedial centre and later become independent in providing remediation.
  • Work with NGO's, active in the field of education.
  • Work as a shadow teacher

The course will definitely help parents in becoming sensitive and empowered to handle academic problems of children of their family and their neighbourhood.

FAQs

In India, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is not considered a learning disability. It is one of the common types of neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the ability of a person to pay attention, concentrate and control impulsive behaviors. Its symptoms include hyperactivity and impulsiveness. This disability is diagnosed in childhood and often lasts till adulthood. On the other hand, a learning disability includes specific difficulties such as reading, writing, solving maths, and practicing other academic activities, even when the individual has average or above average intelligence.
There are different types of learning disabilities. Among them, the most common learning disabilities are Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, and Dyspraxia. Dyslexia affects the person's reading ability and to comprehend written language. Dyscalculia is a math disability that makes it difficult for a person to perform arithmetic operations and understand mathematical concepts. Dysgraphia is a writing disability that affects a person's ability to write legibly and organize thoughts on paper. Dyspraxia, a developmental coordination disorder (DCD), affects the movement and coordination of a person. Similarly, auditory processing disorder, visual perceptual, and nonverbal learning disability are other types of learning disabilities.
Having experience is beneficial for professionals and practicing teachers in the field of education for taking an online course in learning disability. Also, a basic understanding of special needs, mental health, psychology, or experience working with an individual having a learning disability would be an add-on. Similarly, parents willing to learn more about learning disabilities and related conditions can take an online course. The duration of the learning disability course is of 5 months.
Yes, the certificate will be provided upon completion of the online course on learning disability. We at National Academy will furnish the students who participated in the learning disability course with certificates. The certificate will include the name of the Institute, the candidate's name, the name of the course, the completion year, and a signature of the authority for its proper use in appearing for a job or other programs.