Special Needs Assistant (SNA) – QQI Level 5
€229.00
- Course Fee: Special Offer price: €229
- Award: QQI Level 5 component Certificate in Special Needs Assistant (5N1786).
- NFQ Credit Value: 15 credits.
- Format: Distance Learning course supported with fully qualified tutors & accredited by QQI.
- Students can complete this course within 3 months which is ample time and can start it at any time of the year that is convenient. If students need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course they can request an extension through the college.
- No classes to attend.
- Garda Vetting Provided.
- Students work placement Insurance is covered by The Open College at no extra cost.
Course Description
This QQI Level 5 SNA module is designed to enable learners to work effectively as Special Needs Assistants and gain an understanding of the skills required to ensure children they are working with become independent learners. They will learn to work under the direction of the teacher and work as part of the multidisciplinary team. Through work experience the learner will gain invaluable hands on experience through which they will be able to apply theory to everyday tasks.
Course documentation for this course is detailed, comprehensive and easy to read. This distance learning QQI accredited course means that students can study flexibly at home, or at work, while gaining an Internationally Recognised Qualification.
Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration.
Course Details
Topics covered include:
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Unit 1: Context of Special Needs
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Unit 2: Good Practice
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Unit 3: Relating to people with Special Needs
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Unit 4: Relating to other Stakeholders
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Unit 5: Special Needs Assisting Skills.
Who should complete this course?
- People who wish to pursue a career in Childcare or as a Special Needs Assistant (SNA).
- People looking to gain a QQI Level 5 or Level 6 Major Award in Early Childhood Care and Education.
Programme Entry Requirements:
- Level 4 Certificate or Leaving certificate and/or relevant work and life experiences.
- As part of the assessment criteria for this course students’ will need to carry out practical demonstrations, all candidates who enrol for this course must have the agreement from a supervisor/manager in a work place to oversee their practical work. The minimum amount of hours to be completed in the work placement is 30 hours which must be completed over the duration of the module.
Work Placements:
If students are not able to secure a Work Placement or provide Insurance for the duration required please contact us to discuss further as we may be able to assist students with placements and work place insurance in certain circumstances.
The Open College is also registered with the Garda vetting Unit and is in a position to offer students a Garda vetting service. There may be a delay in processing applications with the Garda Vetting Unit due to high demand so we advise you to complete the form on registration.
Progression to further Studies:
- This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications.
Students who successfully complete this programme may use this Level 5 credit towards completing a QQI Major awards such as:
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5 |
Early Childhood Care & Education |
Major |
6.1.8 ChildCare |
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6 |
Early Childhood Care & Education |
Major |
6.1.8 ChildCare |
Assessment:
This course is assessed through a number of assignments which students must complete to demonstrate their understanding of various topics. Learners must complete the following two tasks:
- Skills Demonstration 60%
This Skills Demonstration is divided into two sections:
Section (1) – the learner will be required to demonstrate their knowledge with regard to working with those who have a special need.
Section 2 – the learner will be assessed on the practical elements of working with those who have special needs. For this section the learner will be marked by their supervisor and they must give a description of the tasks they were involved in.
- Learner Record 40%
Learners are required to compile a learner record which must be drawn from experiences and challenges they faced in their work placement. It must include reflections on their experiences and challenges, an examination of the values associated with working in the special needs environment and identify their personal learning and development.
Accreditation
- Following successful completion you will receive a QQI Component Certificate in Special Needs Assisting (5N1786) at Level 5.
- QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. The Open College is registered with QQI to offer programmes leading to QQI awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. Click here for details of the National Framework of Qualifications.
- Click here for more detailed Accreditation information.
- There is a €85.00 registration fee payable to include administration, moderation and QQI accreditation.
Delivery Format
This QQI Special Needs Assistant (5N1786) course is completed through Distance Learning Course and there are no lectures to attend.
Students can complete this course within 3 months which is ample time and can start it at any time of the year that is convenient. If students need to extend this period for any reason during or near the end of the course they can request an extension through the college.
