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Special Needs Assistant

Course Code(s):  5M2786
QQI Award Code:  5M2786 Community Care
Award:  National Framework of Qualifications level
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Carlow Institute of Further Education

Carlow Institute of Further Education
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Course overview

Course Code 5M2786
QQI Award Code 5M2786 Community Care
Award National Framework of Qualifications level

Course Description

This one year programme aims to prepare students to work as Special Needs Assistants, (SNAs) in primary and secondary school classrooms or special schools, assisting children with everyday practical tasks. It also serves as a platform for further study in applied social studies/social care and early childhood care and education.

What will you Study?

Care Provision and Practice 5N2705
Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
Human Growth and Development 5N1297
Intellectual Disability Studies 5N1652
Special Needs Assisting 5N1786
Equality and Disability 5N1273
Work Experience 5N1356
Communications 5N0690
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

Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)

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Old FETAC Code New QQI Code
DCHCC 5M2786

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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  
Educational Psychologist   Teacher - Languages  
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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