Empowering the Individual
| 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
Course Delivery Method: Self-Paced/Blended/Classroom.
All delivery methods include access to discussion board, online submission system and Further support is available - academic writing, study skills and Harvard referencing.
Entry Requirements
Is this course for you?
This course is suitable for you if you are new to your role in health or social care or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.
Access to the Programme
Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. The Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.
Entry Criteria
Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 4 Certificate or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.
English
As this NFQ level 5 qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Forus Training recommends a minimum English language competency of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for successful completion of this programme. If you are not sure what level of English competency you have, please contact hello@forustraining.ie and a Course Advisor will arrange for you to take an assessment.
IT Skills and Equipment Required
Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. A PC with Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later.
An internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps.
The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari, set to accept cookies and pop-ups.
Adobe Flash and Adobe Reader, to view content.
Word processing software, such as MS Word or Google Docs.
Some courses include video, therefore your computer must be capable of playing video and sound.
* eLearning and tutor support may vary by course, please check each course page for details.
Careers / Further progression
What are my progression routes?
This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Health and Social Care.
Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.
Further information
For future start dates please contact the Provider.
€295.
How to apply?
Choose and purchase the programme online (see "Application Weblink" below) below.
5N1749 Empowering the Individual.
In this module, you will examine a number of ways in which empowerment-in-practice allows you to help individuals under your care to adjust to any environment.
Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
List ways in which persons with an intellectual disability are typically disempowered by society and by service providers
Define what is meant by a customer driven service
Define what is meant by person centred planning
List the common elements underlying all person centred planning approaches
Use graphics and posters to facilitate and document the person centred planning process
Organise a series of meetings with a person with an intellectual disability and with members of their circle of support as part of the person centred planning process
Support a person with an intellectual disability to develop their personal profile that describes their:
- identity
- unique gifts
- hobbies, interests and passions
- skills, talents and resources
Facilitate a person with an intellectual disability, with the support of members of their circle of support, to identify their dreams and goals for their future
Facilitate a person with an intellectual disability, together with members of their circle of support, to identify the support they will need to reach their goals
Facilitate a person with an intellectual disability, together with members of their circle of support, to produce an action plan that specifies the goals, strategies, timelines and responsibility for support
Explain the concept of empowerment in terms of social roles, status and power
Outline reasons underlying disempowerment of people with an intellectual disability
Explain the relationship between empowerment and the need for support
Explain the concept of social role valorisation
Explain the eight characteristics of best practice customer driven services:
- choice
- control
- full community inclusion
- long term supports
- community supports
- continuous quality improvement
- assistive technology
- person centred planning
Outline ways in which a customer-driven service empowers people with an intellectual disability
Describe a value system for evaluating service provision to individuals with an intellectual disability
Explain ways in which person centred planning empowers individuals and relates to a value system for evaluating service provision
Outline the main steps of the person centred planning process
Explain the role of the circle of support
Outline ways of overcoming challenges in communication with persons with intellectual disabilities
Evaluate a service being provided to a person with an intellectual disability in terms of empowerment and disempowerment
Evaluate service provider practices, policies and funding in terms of best practice customer driven service criteria
Explain ways in which conflicts of opinions can be resolved.
The course 5N1749 Empowering the Individual is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;
Assignment 40%
Project 60%
Assignment 40%;
An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is 5usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time.
Project 60%;
A project is a response to a brief devised by the assessor. A project is usually carried out over an extended period of time. Projects may involve research, require investigation of a topic, issue or problem or may involve process such as a design task, a performance or practical activity or production of an artefact or event.
Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 70%
Distinction 80% - 100%
5N1749 Empowering the Individual
What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 5N1749 Empowering the Individual. QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will recieve on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award. This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5N1749 Empowering the Individual. This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.
Forus Training,
Castle House,
Castle Street,
Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath
N91 Y896.
t: 044 9349400
e: hello@forustraining.ie