Dyslexic Delegates
I
think I am dyslexic - what should I do?
Please inform the CPDA Office so that we can provide
you with the best information,
advice and support.
If you think
you may be dyslexic then contact either the Access
Unit at UoB or Disability
Resource Centre at UWE. Both will be able to give you advice as
to what to do and how to go about getting a full dyslexia assessment
test. At the Access Unit at UoB you can make an appointment to see the
Disability Advisor who will be able to recommend whether you should
complete the full assessment test through the Dyslexia Institute by
a Chartered Psychologist. For further details click
here.
How do I pay for this test? Is there any other
Funding?
The main source of funding used by dyslexic and other
disabled students is the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) which can
be used to finance equipment, assessments,
support,
voice
recognition
software
etc. However this allowance is ONLY available to UK students, who must
apply to their LEA for it. It is not income assessed and is only available
to some post-graduate students. For guidance
on obtaining the allowance and other
funding contact either
the Access Unit or Disability Resource Centre.
What to do if you have already been identified
as dyslexic?
At present we have a number of dyslexic delegates enrolled on the
Scheme and there is plenty of support and information available.
If you
are dyslexic and have completed a full dyslexia assessment test
then please inform the CPDA Administrator (FDM) when you enroll
on the
programme. They will then be able to identify with you what
your support needs are and how these can be met by the CPDA Office
and other
appropriate persons.
What kind of support can you get?
- The Disabled
Students Allowance (DSA). (See above section How do I pay
for this test? Is there any other Funding?)
- Tuition and study skills support based on your particular needs.
The Access Unit has a study skills support
service which provides tuition.
- Extra time in exams (most CPDA modules are assessed through assignments.)
- The CPDA Office will help support you in any way it can, such as
providing you with notes before modules or taping lectures. However
it is your responsibility to let us know what your needs are.
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