QQI Approved
QQI Accredited Online Course delivered either Online, In-Class, or Blended
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Course Overview
The SNA L5 course, is a single module course and is designed to facilitate learners who intend working with children with special needs in an educational /care setting. Its aim is to instil knowledge with regard to the role and responsibilities of the care assistant when working with children in a special needs setting, in order to ensure both positive learning and life experiences for the children with whom they will be working.
You will:
- Explore in the role and responsibilities of the Special Needs Assistant
- Examine the qualities and skills of an effective Special Needs Assistant
- Examine relevant legislation in relation to disability
- Explore the rights of children with disabilities in relation to personal autonomy, participation and decision making
- Relate effectively and appropriately to children who present with additional needs
- Use care routines in feeding, toileting and general hygiene
- Work effectively with children who present with disabilities under the direction of the classroom teacher
- Assist children with disabilities in a range of activities, ensuring equality of opportunity through working in a safe and professional manner
- Reflect on personal practice working with children, their parents or guardians and colleagues ensuring that children’s individuality is promoted and that their needs are met.
- Maintain appropriate relationships with children parents, primary carers, teachers and other members of the multidisciplinary team
Qualifications
Entry Requirements
The minimum age is 17 Years. All learners must have a good standard of English.
Currently, the Department of Education and Science stipulates that all those gaining full-time employment in schools must have at least 3 passes at Junior Certificate or equivalent.
Assessments/Examinations
Continuous Assessment
Applicants will also be required to obtain 30 hours work placement.
Garda Vetting
Garda Vetting is a legal requirement under the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Acts 2012 to 2016 for the vetting of persons carrying out work with children or vulnerable persons.
Students must complete the Garda Vetting process before commencing work placement.
Students who have spent more than 6 months living outside of Ireland will need to provide a copy of their Police Clearance Certification for all international addresses that they have lived at, before starting placement.