Special Needs Assistant Studies
Learners on this course will acquire the competence to work in educational environments in special needs assistants role (SNA). Learners will develop an understanding of child and adolescent behavior and development, as well as a thorough understanding of special educational needs. On completion of the programme learners will be able to assist with a range of supports in the classroom and school environments generally, both at Primary, Secondary and in Special Education 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
1 Year Full Time
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. Mature applicants welcome.
Garda vetting is required for this course, this must be organised via the college.
Careers / Further progression
Educational Progression
Completion of the major award at Level 5 allows student to progress to a variety of courses. Specific links exist between 5M2786 and Applied Social Studies in Social Care TU991 (TUD Grangegorman), Early Childhood Education DC001 (DCU) and many other level 7 and 8 degree programmes. Click here to find more information on Careers Portal https://bit.ly/3GkqNPQ
Employment
Students may progress directly to employment within primary and secondary schools on completion of this course.
Further information
COSTS
Registration Fee - €50
Registration fee is non refundable, and secures course place.
Course charges - under review for reduction, max €150 in 2022/2023.
Many additional exemptions from fees for medical card holders, those in Receipt of the SUSI grant, Back to Education Allowance or VTOS.
Students may apply for a grant through www.susi.ie
Some students are eligible for places on VTOS courses or through the DSP through back to education allowance.
Applications for Further Education courses are open in mid December each year.
QQI MODULES
(selection of modules may be subject to minor changes)
Awaiting approval DDLETB
Special Needs Assisting 5N1786
Equality and Disability 5N1273
Care Provision and Practice 5N2705
Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
Human Growth and Development 5N1279
Young People and Society 5N2002
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1365
OTHER COURSES AND ACTIVITIES
Pediatric & Emergency First Aid
Outings and Trips
Guest Speakers
5M2786 - Community Care
QQI LEVEL 5, COMMUNITY CARE - 5M2786
Grange Abbey Road
Donaghmede
Dublin 13
D13 NX25
Phone: 01 8471422
grangeccadmin@ddletb.ie