NCFE
Level 2
QN: 603/2041/2
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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 129 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
NCFE
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
129 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Understand the context of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe how societal attitudes towards Specific Learning Difficulties have changed from the medical model to a social model of disability.
- Identify and explain the significance of key legislation, such as the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and the Equality Act 2010, for individuals with SpLDs.
- Explain the impact of legislative changes on the availability and nature of support services for SpLDs.
- Compare historical and contemporary approaches to supporting individuals with SpLDs in education and employment.
2
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Understand the diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the benefits of a formal diagnosis for individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
- Describe the roles of professionals involved in the diagnostic process.
- Identify the key stages and assessment methods used in diagnosing SpLD.
- Analyse the potential barriers to obtaining a formal diagnosis and their impact.
3
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Understanding supporting individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the roles of different professionals involved in multi-agency support for individuals with SpLD
- Explain how individual education plans (IEPs) or learning support plans are developed, implemented, and reviewed
- Evaluate the effectiveness of assistive technology in supporting individuals with SpLD
- Analyse the importance of reasonable adjustments in different settings
- Demonstrate understanding of the principles of person-centred approaches in support planning
4
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Understand Specific Learning Difficulties
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Identify the main specific learning difficulties recognized in educational practice.
- Describe the key characteristics and diagnostic indicators of each SpLD.
- Explain the neurological and cognitive nature of specific learning difficulties.
- Distinguish between specific learning difficulties and global intellectual disabilities.
- Recognize the potential for co-occurring SpLDs and their combined impact.
- Analyse how SpLDs can affect an individual's learning, communication, and daily life.
5
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties
Understand the effects of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the typical cognitive and academic effects associated with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia.
- Analyse how specific learning difficulties can influence an individual’s social interactions and mental health.
- Identify key strengths commonly observed in individuals with specific learning difficulties, such as creativity or problem-solving.
- Evaluate the role of environmental factors in either exacerbating or mitigating barriers for individuals with SpLDs.
- Explain how the effects of specific learning difficulties may change across different life stages and contexts.
6
Understand Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the range and characteristics of Specific Learning Difficulties. 2 Understand the nature of Specific Learning Difficulties.
7
Understand the context of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand how attitudes, legislation and services related to Specific Learning Difficulties have changed over time. 2 Understand legislation in relation to Specific Learning Difficulties.
8
Understand the diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the importance of seeking a formal diagnosis of Specific Learning Difficulties. 2 Understand the process of diagnosing Specific Learning Difficulties.
9
Understand the effects of Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand the effects of Specific Learning Difficulties. 2 Understand the strengths and barriers faced by individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
10
Understanding supporting individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1 Understand how support for individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties can be provided in different settings. 2 Understand how individualised support is provided.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/2041/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCFE
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2017