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Person Centred Planning

Lifelong Learning
6N2206
Award Name Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 6 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 6 Component Award (Level 6 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 6 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15

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?
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence required in the theory and practice of person centred planning to implement person centred planning approaches in a specific workplace context.

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 5 Certificate / Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) 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 6 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 6 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.

Course Web Page

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.

6N2206 Person Centred Planning.

In this classroom-based module, you will be equipped with the knowledge required in the theory and practice of person centred planning to implement person centred planning approaches in your workplace.

Through this programme you will discover how to:
Explain the concept of person centred planning, to include the key features, characteristics and benefits

Examine the effectiveness of a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to person centred planning
Explore the origins of person centred planning

Analyse a range of theories of and approaches to person centred planning

Outline relevant Irish legislation in the field of disability and rehabilitation and its effect on the way the person centred planning process is conducted

Assess the challenges for an organisation in the person centred planning process

Examine the resources necessary to ensure that person centred planning will make a significant difference in an individual's life

Outline the roles of individuals involved in the person centred planning process

Identify practical examples of good practice in person centred planning

Recognise the importance of communication in the person centred planning process and the barriers to effective communication

Explain the importance of the need to manage the tensions between interests of organisations and service users

Compare person centred planning approaches from an Irish and international context

Assess a specific organisation's commitment to person centred planning

Examine the implementation and evaluation of person centred planning in a specific organisation

Analyse recent developments in Ireland in the area of person centred planning

Promote empowerment of staff and service users

Apply best practice in person centred planning.

The course 6N2206 Person Centred Planning is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting:

Assignment 50%
Learner Record 50%.

Assignment
An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a detailed, easy to follow, brief with specific guidelines given to you by your tutor. It is a form of continuous assessment.

Learner Record
A learner record is a self-reported record by you, in which you are required to describe specific learning experiences, activities, responses, skills acquired. You will compile a personal logbook/journal/diary/daily diary/ record.

Grading
Pass 50% - 64%
Merit 65% - 79%
Distinction 80% - 100%

6N2206 Person Centred Planning

What qualification will I receive?
You will be awarded a certificate 6N2206 Person Centered Planning.

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 6N2206 Person Centred Planning. 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

Course Provider:
Location:
Mullingar
Attendance Options:
Part time, Online or Distance, Blended
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
15