Course description
This course will enhance and further develop your skills and competencies needed to work as a Special Needs Assistant (SNA) in primary, post primary education and other care settings. You will learn about “disability” and how to support people in the workplace and school environment.
Course Content
- Inclusive Education Practice
- Disability Awareness
- Differentiated Learning & Instruction
- Special Needs Assisting
- Boundary Management
- Digital Presentation Skills
- Work Experience
- Communications
Course Details
- Educational field trips
- Specialist Workshops
- Guest Speakers
- Accredited Training in Lámh Sign Language Programme
- Occupational First Aid
- Certificate in Manual Handling
- Work Experience forms an integral part of the course offering the opportunity for learners to gain practical experience in their chosen fields of interest
Course content subject to change
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