Dyspraxia /DCD in the Pre and Post 16 years (SASC authorised)

This course will enable SpLD assessors to be conversant with the current UK definition of DCD/Dyspraxia, in line with the international consensus. Whilst there is no clear pattern of specific cognitive strengths / weaknesses in DCD/ Dyspraxia, consideration will be given as to how conventional assessment methods will define an individual profile and provide a picture of the support needs for the individual. Differences in the assessment of the pre and post 16 individual will be discussed throughout.
The approved definitions and current SASC view of DCD/Dyspraxia.
The role of background information and how it is gathered and reported.
Individual profiles – what might be revealed through the recommend assessment measures