SPELD NZ offers an NZQA-approved Level 5 programme, assessor training and professional development for teachers, special educational needs coordinators (SENCO), Learning Support Coordinators, teacher aides, families and caregivers. We also host conferences and from time-to-time run community presentations and parent information evenings.
SPELD NZ was rated Highly Confident in our latest NZQA Review.
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Kōwae ako/Learning Capsules
These stand-alone, evidence-based Kōwae ako involve approximately six hours of self-driven, online learning on a variety of topics.
Ideal for educators seeking greater knowledge on individual topics such as phonemic and phonological awareness.
SPELD NZ Introduction to Specific Learning Disabilities
Are you concerned about your child’s learning journey? Are you a teacher/teacher-aide working with a child who is bright but not achieving? Are you taking on a new role as a Learning Support Coordinator? This course is for you and anyone else with limited knowledge on specific learning disabilities (SLD) such as dyslexia.
NZQA-approved NZ Certificate in Teaching Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
People with dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities often suffer years of failure and despondency at school. You could be the one to nurture them to success.
SPELD NZ Assessor Training
SPELD NZ Assessor training focuses on the administration and interpretation of the Woodcock-Johnson test batteries. It’s aimed at those likely to get the required NZCER Level C grading after course completion.
Personal Stories
Find out how SPELD NZ has helped both children and adults overcome their struggles with dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities.
Dyslexic Professor Emeritus David Mellor looks back on the “phenomenal impact” of his tutor 70 years ago.
Training as a SPELD NZ Teacher overhauled Pip Coombes’ entire approach to teaching literacy.
Bayley Garnham’s struggles all made sense when he was diagnosed with dyspraxia and dysgraphia at the age of 12. Family support played a crucial role in his success.
New employee, Aidan Milner, recommends total honesty and not shying away from support to level the playing field.
