| Course Name |
Special Needs Assistant |
| Course Provider |
Monaghan Institute |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Cavan & Monaghan ETB |
| Course Code |
329484 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 |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Monaghan Town |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
How to apply
Please contact eveningcourses@cmetb.ie to register or call 049 4353904.
Apply Online on fetchcourses.ie using the following link: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder Course Code: 329484
Start Date: 13th September 2021 (subject to numbers).
Note: Courses will proceed subject to COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines. Courses may be delivered in a blended learning format. |
| Duration |
12 weeks (36 hours). Monday/Wednesday evenings: 6.00pm – 9.00pm (3 hours per evening) Learners will be required to complete an additional 15 hours over at least 5 sessions in one education setting (e.g., a mainstream school or a special national school). |
| Course Fee |
All Level 5 and Level 6 evening courses are free of charge under the Skills to Advance or Skills to Compete initiative. |
| Entry Requirements |
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• Prior to commencing the course, learners must have secured access to a child with special needs in a formal education setting in order to learn skills and be assessed in the workplace. It is the responsibility of the...
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• Prior to commencing the course, learners must have secured access to a child with special needs in a formal education setting in order to learn skills and be assessed in the workplace. It is the responsibility of the learner to arrange their own placement.
• Learners will be required to complete a minimum of 15 hours over at least 5 sessions in one education setting (e.g., a mainstream school or a special national school).
• Learners must undergo Garda Vetting through the standard CMETB processes which will be arranged for you on registration.
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| Comment |
Certification: QQI Level 5 – Special Needs Assistant 5N1786. |
| Course Content |
Expand+Description:
Learners will be able to:
• Explore in the role and responsibilities of the Special Needs Assistant
• Examine the qualities and skills of an effective Special Needs Assistant
• Examine relevant legislation in relation to d...
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Learners will be able to:
• Explore in the role and responsibilities of the Special Needs Assistant
• Examine the qualities and skills of an effective Special Needs Assistant
• Examine 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
• Use care routines in feeding, toileting and general hygiene
• Maintain appropriate relationships with children parents, primary carers, teachers and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Work 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
• Reflect on personal practice working with children, their parents or guardians and colleagues ensuring that children's individuality is promoted and that their needs are met.
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| FET Code |
5N1354 Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised |
| Further Enquiries |
For more information or to register, contact Charlotte Dunne by email to eveningcourses@cmetb.ie or call 087 4054311.
Charlotte Dunne
Community Education Facilitator (Evening Provision)
FET Campus, Cavan.
Email: eveningcourses@cmetb.ie
Tel: 049 4353992
Mob: 087 4054311 |
| Location |
Monaghan Institute, Monaghan Education Campus, Armagh Road, Monaghan. |
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