1. Concept Northern
Qualification Guide
Concept Northern want to help people with dyslexia
succeed in the workplace, whether that’s getting a job for
the first time, or improving skills for existing employees.
It’s designed especially for learners who want to enhance their
literacy skills, while increasing their employability potential.
That’s why we developed our SQA Customised Award.

2. Get #WorkReady today
Concept Northern support individuals with additional support
needs through bespoke training and assistive technology solutions.
We’re committed to helping young people with dyslexia find
new employment opportunities. That’s why we developed our
#WorkReady learning route which combines our award with
specialist employability training.
Our SQA Customised Award is made up of seven comprehensive
units covering key software and business skills. Working with
carefully chosen assistive technology packages, learners are
shown how to improve reading, writing, time management and
communication skills.
This means learners:
• Establish core skills
• Develop dyslexia coping strategies
• Gain a recognised qualification
• Gain confidence in their abilities
Learning materials are available to study online, 24/7, on our
secure learning portal and full support is available from our
specialist trainers. We also offer face to face learning at our
on-site training suite to help guide students through the courses.

3. Make the first step
1. #WORKREADY ROUTE (AGE 16 - 24)
Develop core skills and utilise assistive technology to support
your first step on the job ladder. Study our SCQF Level 5 Award
and enhance job prospects through employment and Modern
Apprenticeship opportunities. Gain greater know-how and more
confidence by combining training with real life experiences.
ELIGIBILITY
This route is suitable for those
who meet the following criteria:
• Age 16 – 24
• Dyslexic
KEY FEATURES
Up to 200 hours of online
and face-to-face training
Resources designed
for dyslexic learners
Activity-based learning
Worth 20 SQA credit points
HOW IT WORKS
Benefiting from our unique
learning program, candidates
are shown the advantages of
using assistive technology in
common workplace activities.
Learners are introduced to
employability resources which
have been developed to make
applying for jobs a successful
and rewarding experience.
On completion, learners could be
matched with a suitable Modern
Apprenticeship placement, full
time employment or move on to
further education.
CURRICULUM
UNIT NAME DESCRIPTION
01 Enhance Workplace
Skills with Texthelp
How to use the features and tools available in
Texthelp Read&Write to help with common business
tasks which require demanding literacy skills.
02 Better Planning
with MindView
How to use the features and tools available in
MatchWare MindView to help with common
business tasks such as planning and organisation.
03 Producing Effective Notes
with Audio Notetaker
How to use the features and tools available in
Sonocent Audio Notetaker to make common
business scenarios more manageable such as
meetings and presentations.
04 Improve MS Office
Skills and Accessibility
An introduction to using Outlook, Word, Excel and
PowerPoint and key Windows accessibility features.
05 Improve Time
Management with
Assistive Technology
Covering time management techniques to help
learners achieve business goals while integrating
assistive technology into daily routines.
06 Better Business
Reading and Writing
with Assistive Technology
Covering reading and writing techniques to help
learners digest information, and communicate better
with colleagues and customers.
07 Communicate Effectively
with Assistive Technology
Covering presentation and communication
techniques to help learners express themselves
appropriately in interviews and meetings.
08 Developing Skills
for Employment
Helping learners develop core skills and build a
comprehensive CV.
09 Taking the next step Help and advice on how to move into employment
or further education.

4. ELIGIBILITY
This route is suitable for those
who meet the following criteria:
• In work, or looking for work
• Dyslexic or with other
learning challenges
• Keen to improve essential
business skills
KEY FEATURES
Up to 120 hours of online
and face-to-face training
Personalised trainer support
Worth 14 SQA credit points
Increase your employability
or enhance existing skills
Funding may be available
HOW IT WORKS
Candidates are guided through
the award, learning how
to use assistive technology
to improve office and self-
management tasks.
Our online learning resources
are hosted on our industry
standard learning management
system (LMS) which also tracks
progress and user milestones.
Units combine traditional
textbook-style learning with
video demonstrations and
advanced interactive modules.
2. CPD ROUTE (FOR EVERYONE)
Improve your literacy and organisation skills in a business
context. Learn to use assistive technology in employment to
support your dyslexia.
Take the next step
CURRICULUM
UNIT NAME DESCRIPTION
01 Enhance Workplace
Skills with Texthelp
How to use the features and tools available in
Texthelp Read&Write to help with common business
tasks which require demanding literacy skills.
02 Better Planning
with MindView
How to use the features and tools available in
MatchWare MindView to help with common
business tasks such as planning and organisation.
03 Producing Effective Notes
with Audio Notetaker
How to use the features and tools available in
Sonocent Audio Notetaker to make common
business scenarios more manageable such as
meetings and presentations.
04 Improve MS Office
Skills and Accessibility
An introduction to using Outlook, Word, Excel and
PowerPoint and key Windows accessibility features.
05 Improve Time
Management with
Assistive Technology
Covering time management techniques to help
learners achieve business goals while integrating
assistive technology into daily routines.
06 Better Business
Reading and Writing
with Assistive Technology
Covering reading and writing techniques to help
learners digest information, and communicate better
with colleagues and customers.
07 Communicate Effectively
with Assistive Technology
Covering presentation and communication
techniques to help learners express themselves
appropriately in interviews and meetings.

5. Help with writing
Texthelp Read&Write helps
with reading, improves writing
and develops study skills.
Based around an easy-to-use
toolbar, the software contains
a comprehensive selection of
features designed to make
literacy tasks, studying, and
research easier.
It is an invaluable application
for individuals with dyslexia,
and can help with tasks as
diverse as correcting spelling
mistakes to collecting
information for a report.
HOW IT WORKS
Our SCQF Level 5 award teaches
learners how to use all of
Texthelp Read&Write’s features
to help in their performance of
workplace tasks.
Emphasis is placed on using the
software to improve literacy
potential for business, focusing
on topics such as writing
reports, conveying information
accurately, and reading capably.
KEY FEATURES
Simplify document reading
Ensure accurate spelling
Improve word selection
Collate research material
Summarise complex information

6. Help taking notes
Sonocent Audio Notetaker helps
with taking notes, editing, and
organising information.
It’s an all-in-one solution to
capturing audio, enhancing it,
and organising it. This helps
ensure users get the most from
recordings of meetings, seminars,
presentations and dictation.
Sonocent Audio Notetaker
displays audio visually which
makes editing intuitive. Text
notes, references and images
can also be added to extend a
recording’s functionality.
HOW IT WORKS
Our SCQF Level 5 award shows
learners how to use the software’s
key tools in common workplace
scenarios such as note-taking,
meetings, and presentations.
Learners are guided through
the program’s essential features
and are invited to think how
they can use the software in
their own daily routines.
This means that learners are
better prepared to organise their
work and recall information.
KEY FEATURES
Record audio from live sources
Convert it into easy-to-use visual chunks
Highlight key phrases and sections
Enhance recordings with text and images
Review personal presentations

7. Help to organise
MatchWare MindView helps to
brainstorm ideas, plan tasks,
and manage projects.
The software gives users the
power to create detailed mind
maps and diagrams, which
can be used with new tasks,
organise existing ones, and
simplify project management.
Featuring extensive Microsoft
Office integration and powerful
collaboration options, MindView
enables users to plan and
produce better projects and
reports from start to finish.
HOW IT WORKS
Our SCQF Level 5 award
introduces the learner to
MindView’s extensive feature
set and selection of tools.
Learners are shown how to use
their skills for time management
and project planning.
This means that learners
have the skills to successfully
manage their workload in a
busy office environment.
KEY FEATURES
Create and develop new ideas
Organise ideas into powerful mind maps
Augment maps with notes and attachments
Use tasks to manage projects
Access useful business map templates

8. Help with productivity
Microsoft Office includes the
world’s most commonly used
productivity software.
Incorporating Outlook (E-mail),
Word (Word Processor), Excel
(Spreadsheet) and PowerPoint
(Presentations), Office enables
users to stay connected,
plan their work day, design
professional documents and
analyse data.
Featuring a common interface
and a familiar user experience,
this software is an integral part
of the contemporary workplace.
HOW IT WORKS
Our SCQF Level 5 award
introduces the learner to Office’s
core applications. Learners
are shown how to perform
basic workplace-based tasks
using the software in order to
improve their overall workplace
confidence and competence.
These skills are especially
important in creating and
editing documents, whether
they be written reports,
financial accounts
or presentation slides.
KEY FEATURES
Communicate and manage time with Outlook
Create, edit and share written documents with Word
Manipulate and display data with Excel
Enhance workplace presentations with PowerPoint
Become proficient in this popular office software suite

9. Help with funding
ONLINE RESOURCES
www.myworldofwork.co.uk
www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
SDS Individual Learning Account (ILA)
This provides £200 towards the cost of training
to improve personal and business skills.
Successful applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
• Resident in Scotland and over 16 years old
• Not in secondary, higher or further education
• Do not already have a degree or equivalent
• Do not earn more than £22,000 per year
• Not already receiving funding through the Employability Fund
• Not in the Modern Apprenticeship scheme
AVAILABLE FUNDING STREAMS
Concept Northern’s #WorkReady Employability route is fully
funded by Skills Development Scotland (SDS). Skills Development
Scotland is the national skills body supporting the people and
businesses of Scotland to develop and apply their skills.
Other funding sources may be available depending on the
circumstances of the individual.

10. Let’s talk
KEY FEATURES
Funding streams available
Increase your employability or enhance existing skills
Up to 200 hours of online and face-to-face training
A fully accredited course with a certificate upon completion
If you would like more info or
to register your interest please
contact our employability
team at the following:
EMAIL
Alan Taylor
alant@conceptnorthern.co.uk
Barbara Borthwick
barbarab@conceptnorthern.co.uk
TELEPHONE
01355 573 173
GET #WORKREADY TODAY
We have already placed several
young people into employment
after completing our award.
The award allows those with
dyslexia to gain the confidence
to go into employment with the
skills to succeed.
With the guidance of our trainers,
learners can take that first step
towards a career.

11. Useful Contacts
General Enquiries
Quotations & Sales Queries
Technical Support
Training & Development
info@conceptnorthern.co.uk
quotes@conceptnorthern.co.uk
sales@conceptnorthern.co.uk
support@conceptnorthern.co.uk
Jason Knight
jasonk@conceptnorthern.co.uk
Concept Northern
T: (01355) 573 173
F: (01355) 573 073
11-13 St Bryde Street
The Village
East Kilbride
G74 4HQ
www.conceptnorthern.co.uk
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