Childcare - Special Needs Assisting
| 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 |
Duration
12 weeks. Tuesday 6.30pm - 9.30pm.
*If you are due to complete the Full Level 6 Early Childhood Care and Education Award additional QQI Fees will apply.
Further information
To find details of the next start dates/ enrolment for courses view
https://louthnightclasses.ie/index.php/dife
€270.
If you are due to complete the Full Level 6 Early Childhood Care and Education Award additional QQI Fees will apply.
Participants must find their own work experience for this module.
The purpose of this module is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning and care of those who present with special educational needs to enable the learner to assist in the provision of this education and care.This is an elective module for Early Childhood Care & Education Level 6.
Students will need to find their own work placement and Garda Vetting will be required.
Learning Outcomes:
Learners will be able to:
1. Evaluate the provision of education for people with special educational needs with reference to current legislation
2. Assess the various educational options available in Ireland for people with special educational needs
3. Examine relevant theories, skills and processes relevant to curriculum implementation
4. Explore the differences between integration and inclusion
5. Organise learning opportunities in order to promote independence and responsibility
6. Evaluate the importance of the multidisciplinary team in devising Individual Education Plans
7. Analyse skills that can be used to aid the teacher in the administration of the national curriculum
8. Assess interventions and behavior management techniques that may be used in the learning environment
9. Manage meaningful activities that are suited to people¿s needs and connect with their experiences and interests in the learning environment
10. Identify strategies for dealing with stressors within the work place
11.Provide assistance in the provision of education and care for individuals that present with special educational needs
12. Reflect on own attitudes, values , beliefs and assumptions in relation to working with and on behalf of people who present with disabilities.
6N1957 Special Needs Assisting
t: +353 41 9837105
e: difenightschool@lmetb.ie