Special Needs Assistant
This course will provide students with the knowledge, skills and qualifications necessary to pursue a career in the area of Special Needs Assisting. Students will receive training in the skills, knowledge and understanding of the role of the special needs assistant in different settings.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
This is a full-time one-year course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
Pre-entry guidance meeting
Mature applicants welcome
At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to complete a successful garda vetting process. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement for work placement
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Primary and Secondary Schools as well as specialist schools employ Special Needs Assistants to work in a variety of educational settings. Students may progress to participating Higher Education Institutions (HEI’s) through the QQI Higher Education Links Scheme.See www.cao.ie for specific requirements.
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Galway
GA871 Early Childhood Care & Education – Castlebar Level 7
GA879 Applied Social Care - Castlebar Level 7
GA889 Applied Social Care - Castlebar Level 8
University of Galway
GY101 Arts Level 8
Technological University Shannon (TUS), Athlone
AL765 Applied Social Studies in Social Care Level 7
AL764 Early Years Care & Education Level 7
Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Sligo
SG243 Social Care Practice Level 8
Further information
Student Contribution: €175
Please note: Additional charges may apply. Details TBC.
PLC students qualify for Maintenance Grants See www.susi.ie for full details on eligibility and application process.
Yes
Admissions Procedures 2024
See Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy at www.gti.ie
Closing date for first round of applications is Friday May 3rd 2024 at 2:00pm.
Pre Guidance Meetings where applicable will take place from May 20th 2024
Offers of places will issue following completion of first round pre-guidance meetings
Second Round applications open June 4th 2024.
Pre-entry guidance meetings will take place from August 30th subject to availability of places.
Application system closes on September 30th for 2024 full-time entry.
€175 Registration Fee applies to all students
How the Course is Taught
The course is delivered through ongoing projects and tutorials. Students are encouraged to become self-motivated and disciplined through ongoing academic achievement and tutor feedback.
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
•We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
•Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
•We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.
Course Content
5N1786 Special Needs Assisting
5N1279 Human Growth & Development
5N1764 Child Development
5N1652 Intellectual Disability Studies
5N0690 Communications
5N1356 Work Experience
5N0758 Care Support
5N1709 Understanding Special Needs
5M4468 - Community Health Services
Certification
QQI Level 5 in Community Health Services 5M4468
How the course is taught
The course is delivered through ongoing projects and tutorials. Students are encouraged to become self-motivated and disciplined through ongoing academic achievement and tutor feedback.
GTI has developed a style of teaching to meet the needs of a diverse community of learners.
We make extensive use of advanced multimedia and internet based technologies to bring subject matter to life and to ensure effective learning.
Whenever possible, we use a Learn-by-Doing approach to make the learning experience more realistic and enjoyable.
We provide learning supports that are tailored to the needs of individual learners.
PLEASE NOTE
At registration students will be requested to complete the necessary documentation in order to satisfy Garda Vetting before they commence Work Experience.
GTI reserves the right to make changes in any course, to limit the number of places available or to withdraw a course. No part of this information shall be deemed to form a contract between the Institute and a student or third party.
For more information:
Email emmanuelle.regan@gretb.ie
Galway Technical Institute
College of Further Education & Training
Fr. Griffin Road, Claddagh, Galway
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