| Course Name |
Special Needs Assisting - Advanced |
| Course Provider |
Mullingar Community College |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Longford & Westmeath ETB |
| Course Code |
6N1957 |
| 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 |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Mullingar |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Please contact the provider for details of next enrolment and start date or check out their website at http://www.mullingarcc.ie/ |
| Duration |
12 weeks. Wednesday 7.00 - 9.30pm. |
| Course Fee |
€300. |
| Entry Requirements |
Learners must have gained QQI Level 5 Component Certificate Special Needs Assistant or equivalent to gain entry. Garda Vetting and Work experience of 30 hours will be required. |
| Course Content |
Expand+The Special Needs Assistant course is designed for learners who wish to progress from a QQI Level 5 to a QQI Level 6 qualification. The course content is structured to give a broader, knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding disabilities...
Hide-The Special Needs Assistant course is designed for learners who wish to progress from a QQI Level 5 to a QQI Level 6 qualification. The course content is structured to give a broader, knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding disabilities and or learning difficulties.
The Special Needs Assistant Level 6 course is ideal for Learners who wish to:
1. Possess a comprehensive understanding of national and local models, multi-disciplinary teams, health and safety issues and educational provisions for children and young people with special needs.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the relevant concepts, theories and principles underpinning curriculum implementation.
3. Create learning opportunities by devising and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEP's) and individual behavior Plans (IBP's) and introduce exercises that teach the child to look after themselves and their property which ultimately encourages independence, respect, self-esteem and responsibility.
4. Assess the roles and responsibilities, and skill sets required by the SNA to assist the teacher in implementing the National curriculum.
Qualifications Gained
· QQI Level 6 Minor Award in Special Needs Assistant (6N1957).
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| FET Code |
5N1786 Special Needs Assisting |
| Further Enquiries |
Martina Whyte,
Director of Adult Education,
Mullingar Community College,
Millmount Road,
Mullingar.
e: adulted.mcc@lwetb.ie
Mob: 086 027 0991 |
| Download Application Form |
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