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Childcare - Children with Additional Needs

Lifelong Learning
DFA2205 5N2396
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Drogheda
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

12 weeks. Monday 6.30pm - 9.30pm.

Further information

To find details of the next start dates/ enrolment for courses view
https://louthnightclasses.ie/index.php/dife

€265. If you are due to complete the Full Level 5 Early Childhood Care and Education Award additional QQI Fees will apply.

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work efficiently and effectively, under direction with young children with additional needs. It aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and understanding of the context of special needs, associated issues and approaches used.

Learning Outcomes:
Learners will be able to:
1. Explore the history of special needs in Ireland

2. Examine the Legislation and Policy development relating to children with additional needs

3. Outline a range of special needs conditions and impairments relating to children

4. Discuss a range of roles, responsibilities and support services available to children with additional needs

5. Use a range of approaches in interactions with children with special needs

6. Apply good practice with children with additional needs

7. Plan developmentally appropriate activities mindful of the safety, welfare and well-being of all children

8. Learn to take responsibility for own learning within a multidisciplinary team evaluating processes which lead to co-operation and effective communication within the team

9. Evaluate own practice to inform understanding relating to children with special needs, leading to an awareness of social, ethical and legal issues in relation to the education and care.

5N2396 Children with Additional Needs

t: +353 41 9837105
e: difenightschool@lmetb.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Drogheda
Attendance Options:
Part time, Evening
Apply to:
Course provider