Special Education - Sligo St. Angela's
This programme is designed specifically to assist teachers in meeting the learning needs of students with special educational needs. The programme blends extensive theory and practice in relation to special and inclusive education.
| Award Name | Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
1 year Full Time
On-Campus Attendance
This programme includes a block release from school/ centre for a total of eight weeks for face-to-face lectures at St. Angela’s campus. The programme also includes online learning and attendance on a maximum of four Saturdays (virtual) during the year. It includes supervised work in the teachers’ own schools/centres and supported ongoing study throughout the year using a variety of modes of delivery
Careers / Further progression
Further Education
The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Special Education is a progression pathway to a Master of Arts in Special Education also offered at St. Angela's College, Sligo.
Career Opportunities
This specialist qualification enhances graduates to progress in their educational setting. It enables them to effectively meet the needs of students with Special Educational Needs. It provides graduates with the skills necessary to affect whole school collaboration and implement inclusive practice.
Further information
Who should apply?
This programme is designed for teachers who are eligible to apply under the terms of the Department of Education. The programme is for registered teachers who are currently working as Special Education Teachers in recognised primary schools including special schools and recognised post-primary schools. Applications are also invited from qualified teachers employed by ETBs as literacy/numeracy tutors in Youthreach, Community Projects or in the Prison Service.
Modules
Inclusion: Perspectives and
Implications for Practice
Assessment, Planning and
Applications
Curricular Issues for Special
Educational Needs
Implications of Educational
Disability
Specialist Study
Examination & Assessment
This programme is assessed through continuous assessment based on a variety of assessment methods
Course Coordinator:
Dr Ann Marie Casserly:
acasserly@stangelas.ie
Student Advisor:
Emer Feeney:
csenid@stangelas.ie