Inclusion for Learning - Micro-Credential - Sligo St. Angela's
The Inclusion for Learning module aims to equip the participant with a knowledge and understanding of the development of inclusion, nationally and internationally, considering current legislation, policy and practice. The participant will critically analyse the concept of inclusion with emphasis on theories and models of good practice and examine the concept of inclusion in the context of professional practice. The participant will demonstrate the skills, understanding and attitudes of the ‘reflective practitioner’ and will be able to critically appraise the role of advisor, consultant and manager of the learning environment. The module is delivered using online components as well as face-to-face workshops.
| Award Name | Certificate of Attendance |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Attendance | Atlantic Technological University |
Duration
9 weeks.
Entry Requirements
Level 8 Undergraduate Degree or equivalent. For students without the relevant academic qualification but with relevant previous experience, recognition for prior learning can be awarded
Careers / Further progression
Further Education
Participants may progress to Masters level on successful completion of three modules which must include the online blended learning module: Educational Research Methods. The exit award will be a Master of Arts in Professional Studies in Special Educational Needs.
Further information
Average Intake: 15
Closing Date: 12th June 2023.
Programme Overview
The Inclusion for Learning module aims to equip the participant with a knowledge and understanding of the development of inclusion, nationally and internationally, considering current legislation, policy and practice. The participant will critically analyse the concept of inclusion with emphasis on theories and models of good practice and examine the concept of inclusion in the context of professional practice. The participant will demonstrate the skills, understanding and attitudes of the ‘reflective practitioner’ and will be able to critically appraise the role of advisor, consultant and manager of the learning environment. The module is delivered using online components as well as face-to-face workshops.
Who’s Suited to This Programme
This module is suited to a wide range of participants from a variety of settings, including:
Classroom teachers
- Graduates who wish to do a Postgraduate Diploma in Education and are awaiting a place on the programme
- Qualified teachers who are seeking full-time employment
- Employees within the Health Service Executive who work with learners with Special Educational Needs
- Principals, managers and Department Inspectorate
- Employees and Managers within Early Childhood Education sector
- Classroom assistants (including cuntóirí teanga)
- Educational Psychologists
- Learning Support Tutors
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Parents and Family Members involved in the care of learners with special educational needs
- Any others involved in the training or educational needs of learners with special educational needs
Continuous assessment will apply throughout the module. It will combine coursework on relevant aspects of Special Educational Needs with e-tivities, discussion boards, portfolio/project-based learning, literature reviews and case studies, which will be carried out within an appropriate educational context during the academic year. The concept of the ‘reflective practitioner’ will be a basic criterion permeating all forms of assessment.
Award:
Stand Alone Module: Inclusion for Learning.
NFQ Level
9
The aim of the modules is to provide substantial theoretical and practical continuing professional development for those interested in and/or working with learners with special educational needs.
Ms Emer Feeney
Centre for Special Educational Needs, Inclusion and Diversity,
School of Education,
St. Angela's College,
Clogherevagh, Lough Gill,
Co. Sligo, F91 C634
T: +353(0)71 9195552
E: csenid@stangelas.ie