Welcome to Precision in Best Practice! Your step by step guide to the 2025 report format

A 5 hours SASC authorised course for SpLD and Dyslexia Specialists. The 2025 changes to diagnostic reporting are here—and with them, a new level of clarity and precision is expected from assessors. This course offers the structure, insight, and confidence you need to implement best practice with ease.

Live online training day: June 19th 10am-5pm with access to recordings. Enrolment is for 180 days.

Here is how this course will help you:

If you are an SpLD/Dyslexia assessor, we are here to guide, reassure and get you up and running with the new report format, one step at a time. No overwhelm, no feeling alone, just practical advice and a clear pathway to follow.

Feeling unsure about what has changed and why?

Once you have seen the SASC guidance documents, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and anxious. Without clear guidance, you may end up second-guessing your approach. We will help you by breaking down each change in plain English, explaining the rationale behind it so you know why it matters—not just what to do. You'll gain clarity from the start, reducing confusion and boosting confidence.

We simplify the changes and updates for you

Wanting some on-going support as you adapt to the changes?

Enrolment brings access to others assessors via our Praxis CPD Community, an online group of assessors facing the same challenges as you. You will also be invited to join Praxis Pro, the UK's leading assessor network for on-going access to specialist guidance, as well as additional training opportunities to focus on specific areas.

Join our supportive community of assessors

Lacking time to focus on implementing the changes?

We understand how precious your time is and there is no leeway for trial and error. We will help you by giving you a shortcut to best practice with ready-to-use tools, real-world examples, and downloadable resources. We will support you to update your practice quickly, confidently, and thoroughly.

You will have access to our new report format starter kit

Worried about missing essential elements?

Even experienced assessors are anxious about unintentionally omitting a required section or misinterpreting the SASC guidance. We will help you through lots of bonus content alongside the core 5 hour delivery. The full course experience includes structured templates, checklists, and content that walks you through each section step-by-step. You’ll finish knowing your reports include everything they need—and nothing they don’t.

We will walk and talk you through every change and update

If you would like practical guidance with examples and frameworks, this training is for you.

Course Benefits at a Glance

Discover the key benefits of our new report format update training, designed specifically for SpLD/Dyslexia Assessors just like you!

Step-by-Step Report 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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Download our Report Format Starter Toolkit

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Clarity on concepts and new inclusions

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Your questions answered

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Opportunity for further support

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This is more than just a training course....

You will gain access to a community of fellow assessors, who understand and face the same challenges as you.  In the coming months, you will really benefit from the free Praxis CPD Community, which you will be able to supplement with your downloadable new format starter kit to ease you into the new ways of working. Opportunities to roll your sleeves up for longer term support and guidance will also be available to attendees. No matter what level of support you need, we have got you covered!

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What's included when you join this course?

5 hours SASC Authorised training with a whole lot more....

Clarity on Every Section of the Report

Walk through each part of the new 2025 report format with expert-led guidance—ensuring you're confident from background information to diagnostic outcomes and recommendations.

Delivered by Specialists, Grounded in Practice

Learn directly from experienced assessors and report format working group members, Jen McDermott and Sally-Ann Morrison, as they unpack the ‘why’ behind every development, test choice, and framework.

Boost Your Theoretical Confidence

Deepen your understanding of core cognitive areas—language, memory, phonological processing, processing speed, visual-spatial skills—and how they link to specific learning difficulties.

Take-Away Tools You Can Use Immediately

Gain access to a ready-to-use editable report template, writing frames, and a checklist—everything you need to implement what you’ve learned, right away.

Clarify Concepts with Bite-Sized Mini Recordings

Unsure about orthography? Mapping to the Delphi definition? Choosing the right test? Our mini-recordings have you covered, even after the course ends.

Interactive Q&A + Ongoing Support

With Q&A sessions built into the day and clear next steps provided, you’ll leave feeling supported, empowered, and ready to apply your learning, with chances for future support as you begin to implement the changes.

Ready to Join Precision in Best Practice?

Stay up-to-date with SASC changes
Access professional development resources
Join a supportive community of assessors
Access is for 180 days from the date of enrolment

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Precision in Best Practice.

Is this suitable for new/experienced assessors?

Absolutely! This training is suitable for all assessors wanting to benefit from a high quality, supportive introduction to the 2025 Diagnostic Assessment Report Format. 

What happens after I join?

After joining, you'll receive immediate access to all our resources and community. You'll get login details via email, along with instructions on how to gain maximum benefit from your enrolment time.

Do I need to attend the live training day?

If you are signing up prior to the live event on June 19th, you will be able to attend the live online training day.  We do encourage live participation for the interactive benefits, but the full training will be recorded, including all Q&A sessions, so you can watch them at your convenience. You can also submit questions in advance if you can't attend live. 

Can I spread the cost?

We are unable to offer credit but we are ensuring you have generous access time to the full content (180 days from your date of enrolment), along with your new format starter pack and downloads, along with community support. We do want to support you every step of the way!

How long will I be enrolled for?

You will be enrolled for 180 days from the date you sign up.  We want to give you plenty of time to access the materials, and refer back to the content as you move forward with implementation and integration of the new format.  We realise the transition will take some time to bed in and you will have full access throughout your enrolment period.

What is included in the course?

You will have access to the full 5 hours SASC authorised training, which will be certificated for your CPD log.  You will also have access to your new format starter kit, bonus recordings and downloadable materials. This is more than just a training session!

Is this course SASC authorised?

Yes! This course is fully SASC-authorised and counts for 5 hours of CPD. A certificate will be provided for your CPD records.

Can I ask questions during the course?

Yes – there are built-in Q&A sessions throughout the live training day, and we’ll also signpost ongoing support for applying what you learn, including an invitation to join the free Praxis CPD Community, and Praxis Pro, the UK's leading assessor network.

Can I get any one to one help?

Yes!  You have the option to join Praxis Pro to access one to one coaching with Sally-Ann with a PAYG upgrade.  We do mentoring differently  by offering private chats/messaging with Sally-Ann via an app on your mobile phone or desktop. 

You can discuss a challenge you are facing and ask any questions you have in complete privacy. Sally-Ann will get back to you with specific guidance and advice, and there is always time for discussion and idea development. These sessions occur on specific dates throughout the academic year. 

How is this course delivered?

To attend the live event on the day, you will need to access the content via Zoom.  The recordings will then be placed inside the course area for you to access on demand as many times as you wish during your enrolment period.  

Downloads will be available in pdf format, and additional bonus training recordings will be available as video content inside the course.

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.

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, I’m Jen — an independent SpLD Consultant with over 25 years of experience working across a wide range of age groups and educational settings. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting both learners and fellow professionals in the field of SpLD assessment.

One of the highlights of my work has been leading the APC Review Team at Patoss, where I’ve helped shape and promote best practices across our profession. That work also inspired many of the training courses I’ve developed and delivered, especially for assessors preparing to renew their APC or looking to grow in their professional practice.

Collaboration has always been at the heart of what I do. I’ve served on the Patoss Board and senior management team, and I currently sit on the Board of the SpLD Assessment Standards Committee (SASC), where I’ve been a Director since 2014. Through this role, I’m proud to support the highest standards in diagnostic assessment and to advocate for the assessors who uphold those standards.

Over the years, I’ve also played a key role in the development and evolution of the diagnostic assessment report format — helping to ensure it's not just effective, but practical and meaningful in real-world use. Supporting my colleagues and contributing to our shared success is what drives me every day.

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 Precision in Best Practice?

Join hundreds of SpLD/dyslexia assessors who are ready to be at the forefront of best practice by adopting the new report format. Align your work with the most up to date definitions, new SASC guidance, and current developments in testing.

Stay up-to-date with SASC changes
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