Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5 هذه الدورة تدرس باللغة الإنجليزية

تفاصيل الدورة

Course Aim

To provide the learner with an introduction to the theory and practice of working as a Special Needs Assistant in the Primary, Secondary or Pre-school system with a child with special needs.

Course Content:

Special Needs Assisting (5N1786)

Understanding Special Needs (5N1709)

Entry Requirements:

Leaving Certificate/Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI/ FETAC Level 4. Mature students with relevant life or work experience. All candidates will be interviewed individually.

The Department of Education & Skills in accordance with Circular 0021/2011 requires a mimimum of 3 grade D’s in the Junior Certificate or equivalent in order to work as a Special Needs Assistant in a school.

Work Experience:

Work Experience is an essential part of this course. Garda Vetting is required and will be organised through the college.

Certification:

QQI Level 5 Component Certificate. Students can build up modules over a number of years to achieve full certification at Level 5.

Prospects:

Successful completion of the course will enable learners to enter employment as a Special Needs Assistant (Provided they meet the Department of Education & Skills regulations). Learners can also progress onto QQI courses in related fields.