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TRAINING COURSES
The Irlen Dyslexia Centre works with children and adults who show symptoms of a visual perceptual dysfunction. This is a form of visual dyslexia called Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome (SSS). The Irlen Dyslexia Centre conducts training courses for those interested in learning about the condition and for those who work in the field.
The next Irlen Screener Training Course will take place during the next school holidays and will run for two and a half days. Upon successful completion of the course each person will be eligible to receive a Screener’s Certificate signed by Professor Irlen and sent from The Irlen Institute in California. You will then be entitled to charge $55 per person for a screening. You may then refer clients to our clinic for further diagnostic assessment and prescription of Irlen coloured lenses.
The first day covers the technique and application of the Irlen Reading Perceptual Schedule (IRPS). The second day will cover the history of Scotopic Sensitivity Irlen Syndrome, medical research from around the world and appropriate reading strategies and remediation. Time will also be available to practice the IRPS, for questions and discussion.
On the third day, clients will be available for each person to complete a full screening under supervision. These clients will come and be screened for no charge. If you are aware of anyone who may have the symptoms of SSS and are prepared to come and be assessed on a training day, please let us know.
DATE
Tuesday through Thursday
(exact details to be advised closer to date).
TIMES
Tuesday and Wednesday
9am to 4pm; Thursday 9am to 1pm.
LOCATIONS
- Melbourne Eastern Suburbs -to be advised.
- Sydney Inner West (Burwood Area) -to be advised.
COST
$660 incl.GST, which will include;
- Irlen Screening Manuals
- Irlen Plastic Overlays
- Research articles including the book "Reading by the Colors", by Helen Irlen
- Lunch & morning tea on Tuesday & Wednesday morning tea on Thursday.
COURSE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
AIM
To undertake the training required to become a certified
Irlen Screener.
OBJECTIVES
- To become conversant with the Irlen method of assessing individuals with a visual perceptual dysfunction (SSS).
- To develop a sensitivity and awareness of the problems associated with this disability.
- To gain background knowledge of previous and present research in this area.
- To discuss different types of remedial help which may enhance the learning prospects of these clients.
- To participate in the assessment of clients with this learning disability.
To discover methods of promoting this special service to the general public.
COURSE APPLICATIONS
To reserve your place for the next Irlen Screener Training Course, please click on this application form link. Please print out the form, complete and return it to:
Melbourne Course
Irlen Dyslexia Centre: PO Box 463, Brentford Square VIC 3131.
Sydney Course
Irlen Dyslexia Centre: PO Box 478, Burwood NSW 1805.
Course positions are limited. Only those with teaching qualifications or people working in a learning disability area should apply. These applications will be reviewed based upon relevant qualifications and experience in the field and will be treated in the strictest confidence. Notification of acceptance for the course will be made by mail. A deposit of $110 will then be required prior to the course to reserve your place.
Gloria Thomas
IDII. B.Ed. D.Tch. MAAIC.
Course Director
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