Stark Griffin™ Dyslexia Academy-
Professional Training in Learning Disorder Assessment
Stark Griffin™ Dyslexia Academy offers specialised training for HPCSA-registered professionals who want to accurately identify and diagnose dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia. Our courses give you the tools and confidence to carry out reliable assessments and provide informed recommendations to clients, schools and families. As the only programme in South Africa with an HPCSA-endorsed testing system, we equip you with a trusted method that meets professional standards and supports your practice. Whether you are a psychologist, psychometrist, audiologist, occupational or speech therapist, or optometrist, our training helps you expand your expertise and make a real difference.
PLEASE NOTE: Refer to Our Frequently Asked Questions for General Queries Regarding Courses.
Dyslexia Training Course for Professionals
THIS COURSE IS ONLY FOR HPCSA Registered Professionals.
Optometrists, audiologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists and psychometrists – are allowed to register for this training and offer assessment services once successfully completed.
Junior Assessment Training Course
THIS COURSE IS ONLY FOR HPCSA Registered Professionals.
SGDA registered professionals are allowed to register for this training and offer assessment services once successfully completed.
Dyslexia Professional Refresher Training Course
THIS COURSE IS ONLY FOR HPCSA Registered Professionals.
SGDA registered professionals that received training two or more years ago may enroll for this refresher course.
Dyslexia Therapy Course
ONLY HPCSA and SACE registered professionals are allowed to register for this training and offer diagnosis-specific therapy to dyslexic individuals.
An assignment internship may be completed after successfully completing the online course for subsequent SGDA therapist registration.
Dyscalculia Training Course for Professionals
HPCSA registered professionals – optometrists, audiologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and psychometrists – are allowed to register for this training and offer assessment services once successfully completed.
An internship must be completed in order to fully register as an SGDA Dyscalculia Specialist.
Dysgraphia Training Course for Professionals
HPCSA registered professionals – optometrists, audiologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and psychometrists – are allowed to register for this training and offer assessment services once successfully completed.
An internship must be completed in order to fully register as an SGDA Dyscalculia Specialist.
SGDA Super School Readiness Assessment Course
HPCSA registered professionals – optometrists, audiologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and psychometrists – are allowed to register for this training and offer assessment services once successfully completed.
Course specifically tailored for SACE Registered educators.
Empower your teaching with the knowledge and practical tools to confidently support learners with dyslexia. This course explores the science of reading, the different types of dyslexia, and how to identify and address learning barriers in the classroom.
With a strong focus on practical strategies, multisensory teaching methods, and inclusive practices, you’ll learn how to adapt your teaching, support learners holistically, and implement effective accommodations, helping every child reach their full potential.
A learning disability with no diagnosis is a diagnosis of no learning disability.
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Our Contact Details
Address: 6 Severn Drive, Three Rivers Proper, Vereeniging, 1929
Tel: 016 454 0281
Email: admin@sgda.co.za
