- Location: Waterford College of Further Education, Parnell Street, Waterford.
- Duration: 1 Year
Course details
This course prepares students to work as a Special Needs Assistant in pre- school and primary school settings. It is suitable for both school-leavers and for experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
- Successful completion of interview.
- Written references
- Applicants will be required to undertake Garda vetting.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Work Experience Placement in a related vocational area is an integral part of this course. Students must obtain one day per week work experience for the academic year. The day will be specified by the College. There will also be a two week block placement during the first term and one week in the second term, in a variety of settings.
CERTIFICATION
- QQl (FETAC) National Vocational Certificate Level 5 - Intellectual Disability Practice (5M1761)
PROGRESSION
The full QQl (FETAC) Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third-level institutions nationwide and QQl (FETAC) Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Social Care. Further details are available from therelevant institutions, and/or on the QQl (FETAC) website (www.fetac.ie). Specific progression links are available with WIT for this course (see page 41).
COURSE CONTENT
- Intellectual Disability Studies
- Empowering the Individual
- Community Inclusion
- Facilitating Learning
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Challenging Behaviour
- Art and Craft for Childcare
- Occupational First Aid
- Patient Manual Lifting and Handling
- MAPA © Management of actual and potential aggression.
CAREER PROSPECTS
- Primary Schools - Special Needs Assistant
- Pre-School - Special Needs Assistant
- Personal Assistant
- Second Level Schools - Special Needs Assistant
- Out of School Projects
- Back to School Projects
Course Location
About Waterford College of Further Education
Located in the heart of Waterford City, WCFE offers the largest range of Further Education courses in the South East. Over the past , the College has increased its and in excess students, in the current academic year. This reflects the College’s excellent reputation for providing high quality courses leading directly to employment or third-level education. Our state of the art facilities and motivated teaching staff allow us to provide you with the opportunity to pursue your personal and academic goals. They Theylcome students of all ages, abilities and nationalities and promise to provide you with a learning environment which is both innovative and supportive.
WCFE graduates enjoy professional qualifications certified and accredited by national and internationally recognised examining and professional bodies.
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