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Special Needs Assisting

Lifelong Learning
5N1786 6N1957
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 6 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Tullamore
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

15 weeks, 18:30 - 21:30.
Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5: Tuesday evening
Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 6: Thursday evening

Entry Requirements

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5: None

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 6:
Candidates must have successfully completed a QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting module before commencing this course.

Careers / Further progression

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5
Progression Options
Learners can progress onto Level 6 Special Needs Assisting.

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 6
Progression Options
Student may apply to other QQI Level 6 Childcare modules.

Further information

Check out new start dates and details of enrolment etc. on https://www.loetb.ie/?search=2&view=0

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5: €20 (QQI Certification Cost)
Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 6: €66

How to Apply
Apply online at
www.tullamorefetc.ie or
through www.fetchcourses.ie

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 5
The aim of this module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of a Special Needs Assistant to enable the learner to work effectively under direction in a special need’s capacity.

Special Needs Assisting QQI Level 6
The aim of this programme module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning the education and care of those who present with special educational needs to enable the learner to assist in the provision of this education and care.

What will I study?
• Special Needs Assisting (5N1786)
• Special Needs Assisting (6N1957)

5N1786
6N1957

Tara Carty on 057 9349428
or email tcarty@loetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Tullamore
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider