Special Needs Assistant - Intellectual Disability Practice
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
9 months. 3 days a week.
Entry Requirements
- Candidates must be in a position to obtain Garda Clearance.
- Candidates must supply two written references (character, work, or educational).
- Students must source this work experience placement themselves.
- Successful consultation with the course coordinator.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Learners who have successfully completed this award could expect to find employment in primary, secondary, and special schools. This award facilitates entry on a competitive basis through the CAO to a range of third-level institutions nationwide leading to awards at a higher level on the National Framework of Qualifications. It also serves as a platform for further study in applied social studies, social care, and early childhood care and education.
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Mature students are welcome on all courses.
Student Grants
If you think you are eligible for the student grant, you should apply through the website: https://susi.ie/
If you have any queries contact 0761 0878 74 or email: support@susi.cdvec.ie.
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Apply online via link below.
To be eligible for School-time offers applicants must:
Apply between October and April
Be available for interview in May
All School-time applicants will receive interview results by second week in June
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by the end of June.
Summer-time registration and deadline is September 2nd
(Childcare Level 5 applications close August 31st to allow for Garda Vetting)
To be eligible for Summer –time offers applicants must:
Apply between May and October 9th
Be available for interview between September 3rd and October 15th
All Summer-time applicants will receive interview results within 3 days of completing their interview.
Applicants should accept their place offer and pay deposit by third week in October
Summer-time registration and deposit payment deadline is third week in October
*Please note: There are no interviews during the Summer State Examinations
CTI Senior College is closed for July but our application webpage is still open.
(*each course will commence subject to sufficient demand and funding)
Course Description
Special Needs Assistant is a purposely designed course to prepare you for work as a Special Needs Assistant (SNA) in a variety of educational contexts and community care settings.
Our course explores a wide range of knowledge and practical skills that support a productive career. You will be able to prepare for a career as a Special Needs Assistant in primary and secondary school classrooms or special schools, supporting children with everyday practical tasks.
This course can provide you with access directly to employment, and it also serves as a platform for further study in applied social studies, social care, and early childhood care and education.
What makes this course unique is:
• Professional training qualification
• High-level practical skills training
• Detailed underpinning knowledge
• Expert teaching team
• Includes essential additional qualifications
• Excellent progression routes
Understanding Special Needs
Special Needs Assisting
Intellectual Disability Studies
Empowering the Individual
Community Inclusion
Facilitating Learning
Work Experience
Communications
Additional modules may be available in Lámh training and First Aid.
*Course content subject to change.
5M1761 - Intellectual Disability Practice.
Qualification: QQI Level 5 Major Award (120 credits)
Course Code: 5M1761
Type: QQI accredited course
Olive O’Connor, Course Coordinator
Tel: (052) 612 6269
Email: adulted@tipperaryetb.ie