If you have experienced difficulties with reading, writing or organisation in your life this course may be for you. Dyslexia is a difference in the ways a person manages to read, write and organise areas of life. Attempting to do these things when they have dyslexia may put a person under a lot of pressure. This course gives you a chance to explore life-experiences that may be associated with dyslexia.

During the first weekend you will examine the particular impact of dyslexia on you and share experiences with others in the group. You will think about various strategies to make the most of your skills and abilities. In the second weekend you will have an opportunity to put various strategies into practice. You may also look at emotional aspects of dyslexia.

Who is the course for? Women who have or think they may have dyslexia.
What previous knowledge/skills required? Open entry
Assessment and qualification: Informal assessment and internal College Certificate
Intended Learning: improving reading and writing skills; understanding your study skills support needs; understanding the emotional impact of dyslexia ; strategies people with dyslexia can use for work and study; using non-verbal skills like art and movement.

For further details please contact:

Hillcroft - the National Residential College for Women
South Bank, Surbiton KT6 6DF
Registered Charity 312825
Somewhere to Live! Somewhere to Learn! Somewhere to Grow!

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