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Special Needs Assistant

Course Code(s):  5M1761
QQI Award Code:  5M1761 Intellectual Disability Practice
Award:  National Framework of Qualifications level
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Waterford College of Further Education

Waterford College of Further Education


 
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Course overview

Course Code 5M1761
QQI Award Code 5M1761 Intellectual Disability Practice
Award National Framework of Qualifications level

Course Description

This full-time course prepares students to work as a Special Needs Assistant in per-school and primary school settings. It is suitable for both school-leavers and for experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification.

What will you Study?

This full-time course prepares students to work as a Special Needs Assistant in preschool and primary school settings. It is suitable for both school-leavers and for experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification.

Intellectual Disability Studies 5N1652
Empowering the Individual
Community Inclusion
Facilitating Learning
Communications 5N0690
Work Experience 5N1356
Challenging Behaviour
Community Arts Context and Practice
Occupational First Aid 5N1207
Patient Manual Lifting and Handling
MAPA Management of actual and potential aggression
Important Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands. Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.

Progression to CAO Courses

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Old FETAC Code New QQI Code
5M1761

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Sample Careers

If you are interested in this course, then some of these occupations may be of interest. These suggestions are related by Career Sector and Career Interests, and may be worth exploring.
Teacher - Art and Design    Computer Trainer / Instructor  
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Exercise and Health Instructor   Information Officer - Adult Guidance   
IT Trainer   Special Needs Assistant - SNA  
Teacher - English as a Foreign Language   Classroom Assistant  
Lecturer / Teacher- Further Education   Staff Trainer  
Lecturer - Third Level    Teacher - Physical Education  
Art Therapist   Guidance Counsellor - Post Primary  
Childcare worker   Driving Instructor  
Montessori Teacher   Teacher - Nursery/Playgroup   
Teacher - Primary / Gael School   Teacher - Agricultural Science  
Teacher - Post Primary   Fitness / Aerobics Instructor  
Community Education Officer   Careers Adviser  
Guidance Counsellor - Adult Education   Road Safety Officer  
Museum Educator   Riding / Equestrian Instructor  

Related Career Sectors

This course prepares people for careers typically found in the sectors below. You can explore information relating to these sectors by clicking on the titles below.
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National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)

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