An Introduction to Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD, formerly known as Dyspraxia) - Feb 2025

Aims

At the end of the course candidates will be able to:
Understand the diagnostic criteria for DCD.
Understand how DCD impacts on children at school.
Identify “red flags” observed in class which are indicative of DCD.
Review a range of practical and classroom-based strategies to support children with DCD.
Know how and where to refer a child with suspected DCD

Overview

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a motor skills disorder that affects five to six percent of all school-aged children. It can impact fine and gross motor skills and ability to access the curriculum. This training will equip busy school staff with a working knowledge of DCD and help staff feel confident in identifying children with DCD. Differential diagnosis and comorbid conditions will be discussed, including specific learning difficulties. A significant part of the training session will focus on reviewing practical classroom-based strategies to support these children.

This training will equip busy school staff with a working knowledge of DCD and help staff feel confident in identifying children with DCD. Differential diagnosis and comorbid conditions will be discussed, including specific learning difficulties. A significant part of the training session will focus on reviewing practical classroom-based strategies to support these children.