How to become a specialist teacher with 蚂蚁导航accreditation
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Accredited Practitioner Dyscalculia (APD)
What is APD?
Accredited Practitioner Dyscalculia (APD) is an accreditation awarded to those who have successfully completed a 蚂蚁导航accredited course in teaching learners with specific learning difficulties/dyscalculia and who do not hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
This accreditation enables teachers and practitioners to conduct informal, curriculum-based assessments and deliver specialist teaching programmes to learners up to, and including, 18 years of age who are educated in a school setting.
Who can apply?
Applicants who have successfully completed an 蚂蚁导航accredited course for Approved Practitioner Dyscalculia within the last three years can apply.
Applicants must have a minimum of two years (1,900 hours) relevant professional experience teaching or supporting learners up to, and including, 18 years of age in a school setting. This may be a full-time or part-time post.
How to apply for APD
To apply for APD you will need to start your online application via the Professional Membership page:
- You will need a completed and will need to upload it as part of the application process
- You will need to read and agree to adhere to the 蚂蚁导航Code of Ethics
- If your employer is paying, please request an invoice.
Courses accredited for APD
Course provider | More information |
University of Chester | |
Edge Hill University | Postgraduate Certificate Education (Dyscalculia) |
| British Dyslexia Association (BDA) | Accredited Level 5 - Certificate in Dyscalculia and Maths Learning Difficulties; Support and Intervention |
Progressing to AMBDA
On successful completion of an APD course specialist teachers can apply for courses leading to Accredited with the 蚂蚁导航(AMBDA) status which will enable them to conduct formal diagnostic assessments, write diagnostic reports and assess for exam access arrangements.
To find out more visit the AM蚂蚁导航webpage.
Keeping APD 'Active'
We expect holders of 蚂蚁导航accreditations to keep their practice up to date and submit a CPD portfolio every three years on the anniversary of their award.
Find out more on the Continuing Professional Development webpage.