APC Maths Assessment APEL route

Whilst assessors with a level 7 assessment qualification in SpLD (dyslexia) may have the confidence and training to assess mathematics as part of a SpLD (dyslexia) assessment, they should not make a diagnostic decision regarding dyscalculia/a SpLD in mathematics unless they meet all the criteria in the SASC maths difficulties guidance, Table 3 which should be consulted when completing this form.

This form will allow you to check your suitability to carry out maths assessments and eligibility to apply via the maths APEL route (aimed at those who do not hold maths-related teaching and assessment qualifications). See also: Am I eligible to apply for the Maths APEL route flowchart?

You will need to agree to all of the sections in the relevant group you fall into below and upload the required documentation where prompted to. If you cannot complete all of the required questions and uploads in your relevant group you will not be eligible to apply and must seek further training in the areas you do not meet.

We urge you to consider carefully your answers and make sure that you are confident that you fulfill all of the criteria and can provide evidence to support your answers if approved for the final application process.

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Incomplete forms will not be accepted, as will forms without the relevant supporting documentation.

You will need to agree to all of the sections in the relevant group you fall into below, and upload the required documentation where prompted. You will not be able to proceed if you cannot fulfill all of the requirements and must seek further training in the areas you do not meet.

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What training have you had that has given you a good understanding of maths difficulties, including maths anxiety SASC Table 3, 1b & 1c (min-max words: 200-300)

Outline your maths teaching experience which should cover at least two years and be recent and relevant. We will consider applications where extensive experience has been gained more than two years ago. You should also have completed 20 hours of tuition with learner(s) with maths difficulties in the last two years SASC Table 3, 2b (min-max words: 200-300).

Upload a CPD log and CV:

CPD Log of maths related learning could include:

• Professional Support - a description of any supervision you have received
• Courses - details of accredited courses
• Self directed study - papers and book chapters read, conferences etc

CV could include:

• Evidence of Impact - case study, sample lesson plan, or data showing enhanced maths skills in a learner resulting from your intervention
• Teaching Context - a summary of your tutoring experience, including age groups and group sizes (or number of one-to-one sessions)

Please describe your experience of assessing maths difficulties.
 SASC Table 3, 3 (min-max words: 200-300).

Please describe your training in maths assessment. Note that this should include at least 20 hours of CPD on holistic assessment in mathematics.
 SASC Table 3, 3 (min-max words: 200-300).

What CPD have you completed to cover your knowledge of maths skills development? SASC Table 3, 1a (min-max words: 200-300)

What CPD have you completed to cover your knowledge of maths difficulties?
SASC Table 3, 1b (min-max words: 200-300)

What CPD have you had that has given you an understanding of maths anxiety? 
SASC Table 3, 1c (min-max words: 200-300)?

Upload a CPD log, describing your experience and training in maths skills development, and maths difficulties (SASC Table 3, 1a, 1b, 1c). All areas must be accounted for.

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Please upload any CPD certificates that demonstrate learning in maths skills development and maths difficulties (SASC Table 3, 1a, 1b, 1c). All areas must be accounted for.

Outline your maths teaching experience which should cover at least two years and be recent and relevant. We will consider applications where extensive experience has been gained more than two years ago. You should also have completed 20 hours of tuition with learner(s) with maths difficulties in the last two years SASC Table 3, 2b (min-max words: 200-300).

Please describe your experience of assessing maths difficulties.
 SASC Table 3, 3 (min-max words: 200-300).

Please describe your training in maths assessment. Note that this should include at least 20 hours of CPD on holistic assessment in mathematics.
 SASC Table 3, 3 (min-max words: 200-300).