| Course Syllabus |
- Recognising the needs of individuals with special needs
- Roles of professionals and others in meeting those needs
- Identifying the main types of disability
- Identifying the causes of disability
- How disability can affect day-to-day living
- Communication skills - methods of developing effective relationships
- Self advocacy
- Socialisation - the importance of the individual being a valued member of society
- Common medical problems
- Cerebral Palsy
- Autism
- Down's Syndrome
- Epilepsy
- Spina Bifida
- Developing the personal skills required for the role of the Special Needs Assistant
- The role of the Special Needs Assistant
- Relevant legislation
- Independent living
- Structure of care available for people with special needs
- Person-centred planning
- Equal opportunities
- Health and safety at work
- Entitlement allowances
- Diet and nutrition
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Dental care
- Mobility
- Aids, equipment and appliances
- Lifting techniques
- Assessment and prevention of pressure sores
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| Qualifications |
Component Certificate in Caring for People with Disabilities (FETAC Level 5)
Certificate in Caring for People with Diasabilities (The College of Progressive Education)
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| Who should participate in this course? |
This course is designed for those people working, or planning to work, with children or adults with lifelong disability in a care setting.
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| General Aims |
- Develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of the needs of individuals with lifelong disability
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| Entry Requirements |
There are no specific entry requirements. Minimum age is 17 years.
Learners must also be capable of undertaking assessment work to Ordinalry Level Leaving Certificate standard.
International learners undertaking this course should have confidence in their English language, reading, writing and comprehension skills and have at least a 5 IELTS score or equivalent
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| Work Experience |
It is recommended, though not essential, that learners obtain 20 hours work experience caring for a person/persons with special needs during the course.
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| Assessment Method |
Project, assignment and collection of work.
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| Further Studies |
The College of Progressive Education Special Needs Assistant Training (2.8, 3.12, 3.22)
FETAC Level 5 Health Support Certificate (DHSXX)
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| Duration |
12 evenings one per week and 2 saturdays
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website: http://progressivecollege.com/
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| Category |
Education/Training,Special needs,Childcare/Childcare |
| Duration |
12 evenings one per week and 2 saturdays |
| Certification |
Component Certificate in Caring for People with Disabilities (FETAC Level 5), Certificate in Caring for People with Diasabilities (The College of Progressive Education) |
