Children with Additional Needs
| 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
12 weeks. The course takes place online Tuesdays from 6.30 – 9.30 pm for 12 weeks. Please note the initial class and all assessments will take place in the Monavalley Campus
Entry Requirements
Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 5 programme.
Mature applicants with relevant life and work experience.
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Applicants must be able to work under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
Further information
Check out the next start date / enrolment of part-time courses via the Kerry College website
(https://kerrycollege.ie/part-time-courses/) or www.fetchcourses.ie
Fees may apply.
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.
This QQI Children with Additional Needs module is designed to enable the learner develop skills, gain knowledge and attitudes necessary to work with children who have additional needs.
Course Overview
The purpose of the Children With Additional Needs course is to equip you with the knowledge, skill and competence in the practices and principles underpinning the role of a Special Needs Assistant to enable you to work effectively under direction in a special needs assisting capacity.
Why should I do this course ?
- A module of the Major Chilcdare Award.
- A module of the Special Needs Assistant course.
What will I study?
Explore the history of special needs in Ireland
Examine the Legislation and Policy development relating to children with additional needs.
Outline a range of special needs conditions and impairments relating to children.
Discuss a range of roles, responsibilities and support services available to children with additional needs.
Use a range of approaches in interactions with children with special needs.
Apply good practice with children with additional needs
Plan developmentally appropriate activities mindful of the safety, welfare and well-being of all children.
Learn to take responsibility for own learning within a multidisciplinary team evaluating processes which lead to cooperation and effective communication within the team.
Evaluate own practice to inform understanding relating to children with special needs, leading to an awareness of social, ethical and legal issues in relation to the education and care.
5N2396 Children with Additional Needs
What is the certification ?
QQI Level 5 Minor Award in Children With Additional Needs (5N2396).
Progression focused
Contact Caroline at Night Course Admissions on 066 714 9600.
email: caroline.pull@kerrycollege.ie