Online Class: Learning Disabilities
no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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11Lessons
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13Exams &
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1,570Students
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10Hours
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1.0CEUs
Course Description
Imagine having the ability to change someone's world—to see the spark of confidence ignite in a student who once felt left behind, or to help a loved one discover their unique strengths amidst challenges. Whether you're an educator, a parent, a guardian, or someone navigating your own learning path, this course is designed for you.
Welcome to "Empowering Minds: Comprehensive Insights into Learning Disabilities." This isn't just another class about learning disabilities—this is a journey of empathy, transformation, and empowerment. It’s about understanding, deeply and compassionately, how learning disabilities affect not only the way people process information but also how they see themselves in a world that often moves too fast for them to catch up. This course will provide you with the knowledge and tools to become a real difference-maker.
In this course, we dive deep into the fascinating world of learning disabilities, not just from an academic perspective, but from the heart. Learning disabilities are far more common than many realize—impacting 1 in 5 students in the U.S. alone—and yet they are often misunderstood or overlooked. This course is about opening your eyes to the reality of these challenges, while also filling your toolkit with practical strategies to help overcome them.
Imagine being able to walk into a classroom, a home, or any learning environment, and truly understand the challenges a child, teen, or adult with dyslexia, ADHD, or dyscalculia is facing. Now imagine knowing exactly how to support them—not with pity, but with actionable, uplifting strategies that inspire growth. Picture being the one who turns frustration into triumph, confusion into clarity, and low self-esteem into pride.
Throughout this course, you’ll be guided step by step through the intricacies of learning disabilities, from their origins to their everyday impact. But we don’t stop at definitions. You’ll be equipped with cutting-edge, research-backed strategies to help students succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. This course gives you access to the latest diagnostic techniques, helping you understand not just what learning disabilities are, but how to recognize them early and accurately.
And it's not just about academics—it's about the human experience. We’ll explore how learning disabilities can impact emotions and behavior, and we’ll give you the tools to help individuals build resilience, confidence, and joy in their learning journey. This is a course that goes beyond the classroom. It’s about nurturing the whole person—helping them see their own potential, no matter what obstacles stand in the way.
You’ll also be inspired by the incredible stories of world-changing figures who have thrived despite their learning disabilities. Their journeys show that having a learning disability isn’t a roadblock—it’s part of the path to success. And through their stories, you’ll learn how to inspire those around you to embrace their unique strengths and overcome their struggles.
Why should you take this course? Because the world needs more people like you—people who are ready to step up, to make education and life more inclusive, and to understand that everyone learns differently, but everyone deserves to learn. Whether you're a teacher aiming to make your classroom more inclusive, a parent wanting to give your child the best tools for success, or someone striving to better understand your own learning challenges—this course is your guide.
This isn’t just about knowledge. It’s about action. By the end of this course, you won’t just understand learning disabilities—you’ll be ready to make real, lasting changes that can impact lives. You’ll walk away armed with a comprehensive, practical toolkit that empowers you to support those with learning disabilities, ensuring they have the chance to thrive in an environment that celebrates their individuality.
So why wait? This is your chance to make a difference. To be the one who empowers students to rise above their challenges, to show them that their learning disability does not define their limits, but rather opens doors to new, incredible possibilities. Your understanding, compassion, and knowledge could be the key that unlocks someone’s future. Let’s take that step together.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Learning Outcomes
- Define learning disabilities.
- Describe characteristics of learning disabilities.
- Summarize types and prevalence of learning disabilities.
- Summarize causes of learning disabilities.
- Describe assessment and diagnosis of learning disabilities.
- Describe educational placement alternatives and accommodations.
- Summarize learning strategies for students with learning disabilities.
- Describe methods for teaching students with learning disabilities.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
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Student Testimonials
- "She was great! I would receive my scores back quickly and if I did not do well, she would give me another chance to improve my score." -- Crystal B.
- "Instructor is very good and if I had a problem was very helpful." -- Hilda W.
- "Enjoyed the time to read, very informative and useful. Lots of information in a short story." -- Meini K.
- "I really felt comfortable with the instructor, she is very knowledgeable and personable." -- Kim M.
- "Great class! I thought the instructor was wonderful." -- Damian T.
- "I was very unsure I'd like online classes before taking this course. But now I feel comfortable and understand how an online course works and will be taking more in the future." -- Teresa N.
- "The instructor is awesome. She is very competent and fair, I believe she gives an fair amount of time to submit work and is very quick at getting you back your work. She always answers every e-mail in a timely manner. The work she assigns is appropriate and really makes you think. I feel her assignments force you to learn about exceptional students and forces you, in a guided positive way, out of your comfort zone. She does a great job!" -- Julie S.
- "Since I became a new Mom this year my time is very busy. I could access my work at anytime of day was great. The professor was excellent, fair, and very thorough. I would recommend her to anyone." -- Julie S.
- "I really enjoyed this class and I recommended it to two of my friends for next semester" -- Tara F.
- "Instructor gave great feedback and graded my exams quickly and returned my grade at a reasonable time. Everything was well organized. And in addition, would let me know what areas to work on and he would explain why I lost points in a certain area. The feedback and knowledge in the content area made this online class a wonderful experience. You also learn from the other students online. Their experiences and outlooks contribute to self growth and development in the content area. " -- Niaz N.
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