- CODE:OB
- CERTIFICATION:QQI Level 6 Award in Inclusive Education & Training (6M2263)
- DURATION:1 Year
Description
The SNA role has become a vital part of Irish education. Special Needs Assistants are now found in most classrooms in Primary Education and often in Secondary too. This course concentrates on specific special needs, both physical and intellectual, and teaches how to get the best for the client out of the education system in spite of any disadvantage experienced. The approach encompasses practical solutions as well as a thorough understanding of the issues. For people interested in dedicating themselves to this vital role in our society, this course is invaluable.
- Programme of Study
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- Inclusive Education Practice
- Disability Awareness
- Differentiated Learning & Instruction
- Special Needs Assisting
- Boundary Management
- Assistive Technology
- Communications
- Work Experience
*Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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A Level 5 qualification in a relevant area [e.g. SNA/Disability studies].
Mature learners – experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
Additional Course requirements:
- 2 References
- Garda vetting is a requirement for this programme
- Police Clearance required where a person has lived in a Country other than Ireland for a period of longer than 6 consecutive Months.
- Career Opportunities
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- The national policy is to increase very substantially the number of SNAs in the education system. This will mean recruiting a lot of new people, and jobs for suitably qualified graduates should be plentiful. These are likely to be stable jobs, secure enough to sustain long-term careers.
- Higher Education Progression*
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Learners may be eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS) for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Technological Institutes and Universities
Third level progression opportunities for SNA learners are continually being developed. Please visit www.cao.ie or careersportal.ie for the most up to date progression information
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Anne O'Malley
- Student Profile
"I would highly recommend the Inclusive Education and Training course to anyone interested in working in the area of education and special educational needs. It was thoroughly enjoyable and the knowledge I gained through the course was invaluable for my journey going forward. One of the most valuable parts of this course is the work experience module. This helped me shape my educational journey moving forward and I’m hopeful to begin a masters next year and work towards a career in educational psychology. " - Louise Connolly