Certificate Course

Certificate in Supporting SpLD Learners in Executive Function Skills

Public: $784.40
DAS Parents: $705.95
Duration: 15 hours

Run 1:

14 Jan 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
15 Jan 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): Live online learning
16 Jan 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): Live online learning
19 Jan 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
20 Jan 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
22 Jan 2026: 1-1 role play (30min each)

Run 2:

24 Aug 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
25 Aug 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): Live online learning
26 Aug 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): Live online learning
27 Aug 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
31 Aug 2026 (9:30am – 12:30pm): In-person learning
2 Sept 2026 -1-1 role play (30min each)

About the Course

COURSE LECTURERS
Jolene Pang

Executive functioning difficulties are commonly experienced by children with a range of other neurological conditions which include dyslexia, attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). These children are often labelled as unmotivated, disorganized, scattered, forgetful, inattentive, and lacking in self-awareness. It is crucial that adults understand that these are signs of executive function deficits, and do not attribute or mistake them for a child’s character traits. This 15-hour course aims to empower practitioners and parents with practical knowledge and skills that are most relevant for supporting a child with executive function deficits in school and at home. Course participants will appreciate the executive functioning processes that are behind the successful execution of academic tasks and learn to support children who are lacking in those crucial processes, leading to their improved daily performance in school and at home.

Target Audience

The target audience may be a professional, educator or parent who needs an insight to executive function difficulties and the corresponding strategies to support children or teenagers in their areas of weakness in both the classroom and home setting.

Learners who may benefit from the strategies shared in the course include:

A younger learner with attention issues or difficulties in managing homework
An older learner who has difficulty in organising their school tasks

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module, participants will be able to:

Describe executive functioning and its components
Explain how executive functioning difficulties impact learning and behaviour
Analyse learning and behavioural challenges by examining how multiple factors interact and identifying underlying needs
Design targeted goals and plans to support children with executive function difficulties
Implement evidence-based strategies that build and support executive function development
Develop holistic and collaborative plans with stakeholders to reinforce support across settings

Course Delivery

At DAS Academy, most of our courses are delivered through a blended learning approach that combines the best of both worlds—in-person classroom sessions and online live learning. Classroom sessions provide opportunities for rich interaction, collaboration, and hands-on engagement, while online live learning offers flexibility and convenience, allowing learners to learn anywhere.

Assessment

Written examination (Open book)
Role-play (e.g., Guide a client to develop an action plan to support a child with executive function challenges)

Certification Awarded

A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded to participants who attain at least 75% attendance and successfully pass the assessment.
A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants who attain at least 75% attendance and do not wish to undertake the assessment.

*Course will be postponed if the minimum number of participants is not met.

Testimonials

After this Executive Function Course, I can now strategise and help my dyslexic son with his daily activities.
I never knew that my son is struggling daily and unmotivated due to lack of executive function.
I like this Executive Function Course because it empowers me to be confident in handling my son’s outbursts and managing his learning needs.

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