Dyslexia Ireland is pleased to announce our upcoming Parents' Course on Dyslexia. The course will be delivered live via Zoom over two evenings. The two evening sessions are recorded and shared with participants for later reference. Additional course content will be provided through pre-recorded videos and information handouts.

Dates:  Monday 9th September (7pm to 9pm)  &  Monday 16th September (7pm to 9pm).

Course Fee: A reduced rate of €50 is available to current members of Dyslexia Ireland. The fee for non-members is €75. A subsidised ticket of €25 is available for those on social welfare/low income.

This Parents' Course aims to:

• Give parents an overview of dyslexia in the context of the Irish education system
• Provide parents with the key information they need to act as advocates on behalf of their children
• Equip parents with some practical strategies to help their children

Topics covered will include:

• What is dyslexia?
• The assessment process and what comes next
• School and the supports that are available
• Self-advocacy
• Support strategies in school and at home
• Self-esteem and wellbeing

Lead Presenter: Alana McDaid (Training and Development Coordinator)