Disability Awareness (QQI Level 6)

Course details

Learners who complete this new programme will obtain the knowledge on different definitions of disability in relation to historical and cultural influences. Learners will acquire knowledge of various types of physical and learning disabilities. They will be familiar with the different assistive technology and teaching methods which will help with the negative aspects of each disability and will acquire an understanding of the various theoretical models of disability and will have an awareness of the different legal issues associated with disability.

Course documentation for this course is detailed, comprehensive and easy to read. This distance learning FETAC accredited course means that students can study flexibly at home, or at work, while gaining an Internationally Recognised Qualification.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration. The course documentation for this FETAC certified course is detailed and easy to read.

Topics Covered will Include:

• Types of Disabilities and Conditions
• Behaviour Difficulties and their Management
• Specific Learning Difficulties
• Self-Regulation and Social Skills Training.

Who should complete this course?

• People who wish to pursue a career working with people who suffer from a disability.
• People looking to gain a FETAC Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care and Education – 6M2007.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites:

• Level 5 Certificate, or Leaving Cert, and/or equivalent qualifications, or relevant life and work experience.
• As part of the assessment criteria for this course students’ will need to carry out practical demonstrations, all candidates who enrol for this course must have the agreement from their supervisor/manager in the work place to oversee their practical work.
• If you take this course by distance learning the course material will be posted to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email.
• As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative.
• If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband.

Progression to further Studies:

• This course leads to a level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• Students who successfully complete this programme may use this Level 6 credit towards completing a Major FETAC award.
• Learners can use this credit towards completing the Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care & Education – 6M2007.