Newly qualified dyslexia assessor? This could be for you!
Assessing with Confidence is an intensive 6 month training experience exclusively available to Praxis Pro members. Praxis CPD's Graduate Assessor Pathway takes you on a journey into becoming the best assessor you can be.... one step at a time.
Here is how this course will help you:
The Graduate Assessor Pathway is designed for dyslexia assessors in their first or second year of practice—those early, exciting (and sometimes nerve-wracking) stages when every report feels like a test of your skills. Assessing with Confidence is Step Three of the pathway.
Want to build confidence in your diagnostic decision making?
Let's practice mapping to the Delphi definition and comparing notes with other assessors
Want to explore the best way to approach report writing and find your assessor voice?
Let's think about the practicalities of writing reports, and create exemplars and phrase banks for your future reports
Are you interested in broadening your horizons with new strategies, tools and expert guidance?
A mix of recorded content and live coaching in groups as well as one to one is included
Are you committed to best practice from the very start so you quickly grow into a trusted professional?
We will show you common pitfalls, demonstrate absolute 'must do's and answer your questions so you know you are working from a firm foundation
Assessing with Confidence gives you the reassurance you’re not alone, the structure to keep moving forward, and the community to remind you that yes—you can do this.
Course Benefits at a Glance
Discover the key benefits of Assessing with Confidence, designed specifically for newly qualified SpLD/Dyslexia Assessors.
Step-by-Step Guidance
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Facilitated by Trusted Specialists
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Deepen Your Theoretical Understanding
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Join a Supportive Community
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Downloadables to Keep
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Less overwhelm, more action!
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Your questions answered
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Opportunity for further support
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We are looking for assessors who are committed to their professional development.
Who this is not for
Assessing with Confidence isn’t for everyone. It’s not for you if:
❌ You haven't get completed Step One (Join Praxis Pro) and Step Two (Have access to training in the 2025 report format, ideally Precision in Best Practice). Do those first/alongside.
❌ You already feel completely confident and established in your assessor role, with systems and processes nailed down.
❌ You want a quick fix rather than committing to practice, reflection and growth.
If that’s you, you won’t get the best from this programme.
We are looking for assessors who are committed to their professional development.
Who this is for
Assessing with Confidence isn’t for everyone. It is EXACTLY where you belong if this sounds like you:
➡️You are in your first or second year of practice
➡️You want confidence, structure and a clear route into best practice
➡️You want a supportive community and to expand your professional network
SASC guidance will be at the forefront of our assessment practice
We will fine tune your assessment choices and processes
We will enhance your qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform robust diagnostic decisions
We will help you identify recommendations that make a difference
We will keep the best interests of the individual at the heart of everything we do
Ready to Join Assessing with Confidence?
Stay up-to-date with SASC changes
Access professional development resources
Join a supportive community of assessors
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about Assessing with Confidence
Is this suitable for new/experienced assessors?
This training is suitable for new assessors who have gained their APC in recent times (the past 24 months). It is not suitable for assessors in training or assessors with many years of experience in assessment. We have a very clear mission! It *may* be suitable for assessors who are returning to practice after a break. Talk to us if that is you! [email protected]
What happens after I join?
You will have immediate access to the community and will be ready to roll with the live sessions! Recorded content will be added as we go.
Do I need to attend the live training sessions?
You will gain most benefit from being able to attend live. We will record what we can, but coaching calls may include the use of break out rooms, which will not be recorded.
Can I spread the cost?
We are unable to offer credit at this time.
How long will I be enrolled for?
The course runs for 6 months, and you will have access for the duration.
Is this course SASC authorised?
Step Two of the Graduate Assessor Pathway is 5 hours SASC Authorised CPD in the form of Precision in Best Practice.
Assessing with Confidence is Step 3 and assumes you have already completed the SASC requirements.
Can I ask questions during the course?
Yes – there are built-in coaching calls where you will be able to ask questions. There is also the community group, as well as one to one sessions with Praxis coaches. We've got you covered!
Can I get any one to one help?
Yes! We have included one to one mentoring sessions at no extra cost using the Voxer app. (It's a bit like Whatsapp).
How is this course delivered?
It is a mix of recorded training, live coaching calls, online community engagement and private one to one using the Voxer app.
Do the fees include VAT?
Yes the fees stated here are inclusive of VAT at 20%. Please email [email protected] if you require a VAT receipt.
Can I join Assessing with Confidence without completing Step One and Two of the Graduate Assessor Pathway?
In a nutshell... no.
This is the 3rd and final step of the Graduate Assessor Pathway. We will be drawing on content from Praxis Pro as well as from Precision in Best Practice, and we will assume you have access to those.
Still have questions?
If you can't find the answer to your question, please feel free to reach out directly.
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Hello there! I'm Sally-Ann, Founder of Praxis CPD. I am a former Patoss APC reviewer with almost 30 years of experience as an SpLD Specialist. Throughout my career, I've always delivered training and CPD, including my work on postgraduate courses at London South Bank and Edge Hill University, where I served as Senior Lecturer on the AMBDA programme.
As an active assessor and long term APC holder myself, I can fully empathise with the challenges you may encounter in your professional journey. My goal is to support you in navigating your professional role and to enhance your skills as an assessor. I have a great network of fellow specialists and regularly consult with SASC to ensure that Praxis CPD content is relevant, up to date and accurate.
I am often commended on my ability to simplify potentially complex information, and I strive to bring that clarity to my training and coaching sessions. By working with me, you will embrace my motto of 'This is a do-able job.' I am here to guide you, fine tune you, and demonstrate that maintaining excellence in this field is within your reach.
Ready to Join Assessing with Confidence?
👉 By the end of the 6 month programme, you’ll have:
A toolkit for writing reports that are clear, compliant and confident.
A decision-making framework so you can weigh evidence and know you’ve made a robust diagnostic decision
A supportive community of assessors and an extended professional network
The confidence that comes from doing it repeatedly, in a safe space, with expert guidance at your side.