| Course Name |
Childcare: Special Needs Assisting |
| Course Provider |
Mallow College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cork ETB |
| Course Code |
5N1786 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
Minor |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Mallow |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Information/Enrolment for Evening Education Programmes for Autumn 2017 will take place at on Monday 11th September 2017 from 7 to 8pm at the Mallow College, West End, Mallow. Tutors will available to discuss courses on the night.
Enrol online via link below.
Courses commence week beginning Monday 25th September 2017. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
10 weeks. Tuesday 6.30 to 9.30pm |
| Course Fee |
Expand+Cost: €220.00 (€15 off online)
Extra Costs
QQI Certification Fee (€20 per module) is not included in tuition cost
• If a class is not formed fees will be returned without demand or transferred to another course by request.
• Where a class is...
Hide-Cost: €220.00 (€15 off online)
Extra Costs
QQI Certification Fee (€20 per module) is not included in tuition cost
• If a class is not formed fees will be returned without demand or transferred to another course by request.
• Where a class is formed, fees will be strictly non-refundable. It is the responsibility of the participant to inform themselves of the course content, course duration etc.
• Cancellations can only be accepted within 2 weeks of commencement of course on the grounds of certified illness.
• All cheques must be made payable to "Cork ETB".
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| Financial Support |
Discounts
€15 discount when you enrol online. 20% off for Social Welfare and Old Age Pension recipients. 40% off for Mallow College full-time day students
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| Comment |
Expand+Accreditation: QQI Level 5 5N1786
Terms and Conditions
• Students are expected to supply their own materials.
• Formation of classes depends on sufficient demand.
• Exam fees (where applicable) are not included in course fee.
• The times /...
Hide-Accreditation: QQI Level 5 5N1786
Terms and Conditions
• Students are expected to supply their own materials.
• Formation of classes depends on sufficient demand.
• Exam fees (where applicable) are not included in course fee.
• The times / duration of courses may vary at Directors discretion.
• The Director reserves the right to refuse or terminate participation in a class.
• The College cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to property while in the environs of the College.
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| Course Content |
The purpose of this award 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 needs capacity. |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Learning Outcomes
•Explore the role and responsibilities, qualities and skills of the Special Needs Assistant (SNA).
•Examine the relevant legislation in relation to disability.
•Explore the rights of children with disabilities in relation to pers...
Hide-Learning Outcomes
•Explore the role and responsibilities, qualities and skills of the Special Needs Assistant (SNA).
•Examine the relevant legislation in relation to disability.
•Explore the rights of children with disabilities in relation to personal autonomy, participation and decision making.
•Relate effectively and appropriately to children who present with additional needs.
•To enable the learner to select and apply care routines in feeding, toileting and general hygiene.
•Maintain appropriate relationships with children, parents, primary carers, teachers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
•To assist the learner in working effectively with children who present with disabilities under the direction of the classroom teacher.
•Assist children with disabilities in a range of activities, ensuring equality of opportunity through working in a safe and professional manner.
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| FET Code |
5N1786 Special Needs Assisting Level 5 |
| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 022-43030
Email: eveningeducation@mallowcollege.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
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