Person Centred Focus to Disability
This programme module aims is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply a person-centred focus to their work with people with disabilities in a variety of settings.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This course is scheduled to run 2 evenings a week, Monday and Wednesday from 6:30pm to 9:30pm for 10 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be 16+ years of age on entry to the course.
Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B1 or Higher).
Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 4 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Further information
Start date 14/09/2026
€200
Fees apply to all part-time programmes.
A fee waiver is in place for applicants in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment. You can check your fee waiver eligibility with Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP), INTREO or your Local Employment Service (LES) office.
Learners in employment may also be granted a fee waiver under the Skills to Advance Initiative. For more details on this please contact Claire at business@kerrycollege.ie
This programme module aims is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply a person-centred focus to their work with people with disabilities in a variety of settings.
What will I study ?
1. Identify issues arising from the language and stereotyping which is used in relation to people with disabilities
2. List five valued experiences that can be used to evaluate the quality of support to individuals with a disability
3. Define what is meant by a socially valued role
4. Describe how working from a value base and philosophy that reflects a person centred approach has a positive impact on people receiving support
5. Define what is meant by a medical model of support and a social model of support
6. Outline the principles of a person centred focus to disability
7. Outline the elements of good communication skills
8. Adopt the use of people first language in their work practice
9. Work with a person centred focus to empower individuals with a disability to make informed decisions about their day-to-day life 10. Examine their role as an advocate for an individual with disability
11. Explore the capacities and uniqueness of each individual
12. Apply the principles of person centred focus in their day-to-day practice when supporting individuals with disability in their daily life
13. Demonstrate the essential skills of active listening while working with people with disabilities
14. Demonstrate a flexible and creative approach when meeting the needs of people with disabilities
15. Compare the medical and social model of service delivery using examples from relevant work experience
16. Discuss the concept of inclusion and the importance of this in the lives of individuals with disability
17. Discuss the importance of socially valued roles for individuals with disability
18. Analyse the differences between adopting an individualised approach and one that sees individuals with disabilities as a homogenised group 19. Recognise service users diversity, cultural and ethnic needs while maintaining a professional and respectful relationship within a person centred focus
20. Discuss the challenges of working with individuals using a person centred focus that empowers
QQI Level 5 Minor Award Certificate in Person Centred Focus On Disability (5N1728)
Contact our Kerry College Admissions Offices – Tralee on 066 714 9696, Killarney on 064 662 2593 or parttime@kerrycollege.ie