Special Educational Needs - Professional Studies - Sligo St. Angela's
The aim of this programme is to provide substantial theoretical and practical continuing professional development for those interested in or already working with learners with special educational needs
| Award Name | Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 9 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) | Major | Atlantic Technological University | Level 9 NFQ |
Duration
2 Years
On-Campus Attendance
The modules will include a one-day workshop which may be delivered online or face to face
Entry Requirements
Applicants require a Level 8 undergraduate degree (H2.2) or equivalent.
Further information
Total Fees €3600
Study Hours
Each 15 credit module holds a total student effort of 300 hours. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study
Who should apply?
This programme is suitable for a wide variety of participants including teachers, graduates, qualified teachers seeking employment, HSE employees, principals, managers, inspectors, and others in the education sector, including psychologists, tutors, occupational therapists, and caregivers and family members of learners with special educational needs.
Modules
Students select four modules from the following suite:
Autism
Behaviours that Challenge
Educational Research Methods
General Learning Disabilities
Inclusion for Learning Literacy
Numeracy
Specific Learning Difficulties
1 - Communication, Speech and Language Difficulties and Dyslexia
Specific Learning Difficulties
2 - Dyscalculia, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder
Examination & Assessment
Continuous assessment will apply throughout the module. This modular blended learning programme includes e-tivities, discussion boards, some face-to-face workshops and a written assignment.
Course Coordinator: Dr Bairbre Tiernan: btiernan@stangelas.ie
Student Advisor: Emer Feeney: csenid@stangelas.ie