Special Needs Assistant Training Combined Level 5 & 6 College of Progressive Education
Price: EUR 1,195

    Course details

    This QQI Level 5 & 6 Combined Special Needs Assistant Course is designed to meet the training needs of those working or volunteering as a Special Needs Assistant. The course aims to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the role of the Special Needs Assistant and promote good practice among those working in the primary or secondary classroom situation, crèche, playschool or day care centre for children or adults with special needs.

    Pre-requisites

    Currently the Department of Education and Science stipulates that all those gaining full-time employment in schools must have at least 3 passes at Junior Certificate or equivalent.

    Applicants should also indicate how they plan to obtain their work experience during the course if they are not already working in the area.
    Course Beginning Oct 2014

    Updated on 08 November, 2015

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    About College of Progressive Education

    Welcome to the College of Progressive Education. Since 1986 the College has been dedicated to providing meaningful and recognised qualifications in the fields of Childcare, Montessori, Healthcare and Special Needs. We deliver nationally accredited education and training programmes where qualifications and skills can be obtained in an enjoyable and supportive adult learning environment.  All our tutors are passionate about sharing their knowledge and experience with their learners and will be delighted to assist you in completing the programme of your choice.

    Since 2003 the College has been a recognised provider of internationally recognised QQI major award programmes. All of these awards are aligned on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. We offer a range of learning options for many of our programmes-full-time, part-time and blended learning- designed to suit a range of learning styles.

    Our dedicated team of academic advisors here at the College as well as your tutors will be delighted to support and advise you throughout your programme in obtaining the qualifications required for your chosen career.

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