| Course Name |
Learning Difficulty Awareness |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
CC041 6N2210 |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) |
Minor |
QQI |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Expand+Enrolment Procedure
You may choose the following options when enrolling for a programme:
All programmes at all campi commence week beginning Monday 25 September 2017.
1 Online (Preferred Method) Register online for the programme of your choice b...
Hide-Enrolment Procedure
You may choose the following options when enrolling for a programme:
All programmes at all campi commence week beginning Monday 25 September 2017.
1 Online (Preferred Method) Register online for the programme of your choice by logging onto our website and following the simple step by step registration process: www.lcfe.ie
2 Enrolment at LCFE Mulgrave Street Enrolment for Adult Education Evening Programmes for January 2017 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment - September 2017 Mon 21st August - Wed 20th September 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 29th August 5pm - 7pm
Wednesday 6th September 5pm – 8.30pm
Tuesday 12th September 5pm - 7pm
3. Enrolment at LCFE Cappamo re Enrolment for Adult Education Day and Evening Programmes for September 2017 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment - September 2017
Mon 21st August – Wed 20th September 9.30am - 1.30pm
Tuesday 12th September 5pm - 7pm
NOTE: For convenience it is possible to register for all of our programmes that are available at both campi at either Mulgrave Street or Cappamore.
4 By Post
One may register by post by returning a completed application form and payment by cheque, bank draft or postal order. Please make payable to Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCET B). FOR SECURITY REASONS, WE CANNOT ACCEPT CASH. Return application form(s) to:
Evening Programmes,
Limerick College of Further Education,
Mulgrave Street, Limerick
January Enrolment
All programmes up to 14 weeks in duration will also run in January 2018. Enrolment for Adult Evening Programmes for January 2018 will take place at the College as follows:
Enrolment – January 2018:
Wed 3rd - Thursday 18th January, 10am - 3pm
Wed 10th January, 5pm - 7pm
Existing Programmes will recommence on Monday 8th January 2018 and new programmes will commence on Monday 22nd January 2018.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
12 weeks. Thursday 18.45pm - 21.45pm. |
| Course Fee |
Expand+€280.
Application forms cannot be processed nor places reserved without the full payment of tuition fees.
Cheques, bank drafts or postal orders should be made payable to City of Limerick VEC. For Security Reasons We Cannot Accept Cash.
Ref...
Hide-€280.
Application forms cannot be processed nor places reserved without the full payment of tuition fees.
Cheques, bank drafts or postal orders should be made payable to City of Limerick VEC. For Security Reasons We Cannot Accept Cash.
Refund Policy
Programme Cancellation
For a programme to commence it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached the programme will be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed automatically.
Viable Programmes
All other programmes must remain viable and be self-financing; therefore, No Refunds, under any circumstances, are available once a programme commences. We regret we cannot entertain any other requests for refunds. Once a programme commences participants cannot defer their place on that programme to another term. It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves of the programme commencement date, content, programme duration, etc.
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| Financial Support |
20% discount on tuition fees for individuals in receipt of job seekers allowance/ benefit, disability allowance, invalidity allowance or lone parents allowance.
20% discount on tuition fees for all full time LCFE learners.
20% discount on tuition fees for all Senior Citizens.
Note: Discounts apply to tuition fees only and not materials fees.
Proof for the applicable discount must be provided at registration. |
| Comment |
Expand+Accreditation QQI level 6 Min or Award in Learning Difficulty Awareness 6N2210 (subject to programme approval )
Assignment/ Project Submission
Coursework will not be returned to learners once submitted for assessment. Learners are therefore advis...
Hide-Accreditation QQI level 6 Min or Award in Learning Difficulty Awareness 6N2210 (subject to programme approval )
Assignment/ Project Submission
Coursework will not be returned to learners once submitted for assessment. Learners are therefore advised to retain a hard copy of all coursework submitted. This is necessary both for the learner’s own future reference and in the event of the tutor requesting a copy of the coursework, for whatever reason.
Electronic back-up copies should also be retained. All hard copy materials will be disposed of by 30th September of every academic year.
Course Cancellation:
For a course to commence it is necessary to enrol a minimum number of participants. If this number is not reached, the course will be cancelled. Participants will be notified and a full fee refund will be processed automatically.
Viable Courses:
All other courses must remain viable and be self-financing; therefore, NO REFUNDS, under any circumstances, are available once a course commences. We regret we cannot entertain any other requests for refunds. Once a course commences participants cannot defer their place on that course to another term. It is the responsibility of the participants to inform themselves of the course content, course duration etc.
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| Course Content |
Participant Profile
This programme aims to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to adapt and integrate new approaches for people with Specific Learning Disabilities into an inclusive learning environment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Programme description
Learners will be able to:
• Demonstrate awareness of the components of information processing and explore ways in which own learning is processed.
• Identify preferred learning channel and
style.
• Outline the range ...
Hide-Programme description
Learners will be able to:
• Demonstrate awareness of the components of information processing and explore ways in which own learning is processed.
• Identify preferred learning channel and
style.
• Outline the range of Specific Learning Difficulties that exist and the overlap between different SPLDs.
• Outline the nature of dyslexia, dyspraxia, AD(H)D and Asperger’s Syndrome.
• Define Dyspraxia and name the difficulties that individuals with Dyspraxia face in training/education and in the workplace.
• Define Dyslexia and list the difficulties that individuals with Dyslexia face in training/education and in the workplace.
• Demonstrate understanding of where Asperger Syndrome sits within the spectrum of Specific Learning Difficulties.
• Name the types of issues and difficulties facing a person with Asperger Syndrome.
• Recognise the types of issues and difficulties facing a person with ADD/ ADHD.
• Explain the differences in learning channels and styles which may be found in any one class or group.
• Recognise how learning channels and styles are key tools for supporting learners with specific learning processing issues.
• Apply new knowledge to daily activities when working with individuals with Dyslexia.
• Demonstrate an understanding of adaptations to the environment to meet the needs of individuals with Dyslexia in training/education or in the workplace.
• Be aware of some of the assistive/ adaptive technology suitable for people with Dyslexia.
• Describe a number of communication strategies which might be applied in a practical context.
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| Further Enquiries |
P: +353 61 414 344
F: +353 61 414 186
E: adulted@lcfe.ie |
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