Award Title: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Community Care
Programme Co-ordinator: Deirdre Dowling
Award Code: 5M2786
Course Code: 414275
Programme Description:
This course is to prepare and equip candidates with the skills and knowledge to work as Special Needs Assistants/Personal Assistants in various educational settings and day care centres. The course is designed for those with a genuine interest in working with children, young people and persons with additional needs
Component Awards:
- Special Needs Assisting (5N1786)
- Care Provision & Practice (5N2705)
- Human Growth and Development (5N1279)
- Work Experience (5N1356)
- Communications (5N0690)
- Social Studies (5N1370)
- Safety and Health (5N1794)
- Nutrition (5N2006)
Special Entry Requirements:
- Garda Clearance is required
- Relevant work experience is desirable.
Progression:
- This qualification will enable learners to apply for the position of Special Needs Assistant in a range of educational settings -Primary, Secondary & Further Education Settings
- There will also be employment opportunities in Day Care Centres for persons with Intellectual Disabilities and other needs.
- Budget 2022 has provided funding for 1165 new SNAs
“I took part in the Special Needs Assistant course in College of FET Kilkenny. As a mature student working in healthcare for many years returning to education was completely out of my comfort zone. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course content and I have gained valuable knowledge for future employment in this area. The tutors are incredibly informative and helpful throughout. I would encourage anyone Interested in Special Needs Education to try this course. It will not disappoint”.
Mary – Special Needs Assisting
