Course Description
Special Needs Assistant / Special Needs Assisting (SNA) – QQI Level 5 (SNA) – Tutor Led Classes via Zoom
Pinnacle Training
Special Needs Assistant/Special Needs Assisting Module (SNA) – 5N1786
Programme Duration:
Part-time: Special Needs Assistant / Special Needs Assisting Course is 1 evening per week over 12 weeks commencing Thursday 16th September 2021. These are tutor led classes that happen every week on a Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 9:30pm using Zoom.
The trainer on the course is a trainer from the disability sector and has real hands-on experience
On this Special Needs Assistant / Special Needs Assisting course, learners will:
Explore the role and responsibilities of the Special Needs Assistant
Examine the qualities and skills of an effective Special Needs Assistant
Examine relevant legislation in relation to disability
Explore the rights of children with disabilities in relation to personal autonomy, participation and decision making
Relate effectively and appropriately to children who present with additional needs
Use care routines in feeding, toileting and general hygiene
Maintain appropriate relationships with children parents, primary carers, teachers and other members of the multidisciplinary team
Work effectively with children who present with disabilities under the direction of the classroom teacher
Assist children with disabilities in a range of activities, ensuring equality of opportunity through working in a safe and professional manner
Reflect on personal practice working with children, their parents or guardians and colleagues ensuring that children’s individuality is promoted and that their needs are met.
More information on the course can be found at:
http://pinnacletraining.ie/courses-available/special-needs-assistant/
| Course Code | 5N1786 |
| College Name | Pinnacle Training |
| Course Category | Education, Special Needs Assistant Training |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Course Location | Dublin, UK |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Delivery mode | Classroom based |
| Course Start Date | 16th September 2021 |
| Course Fee | 350 |
| Course Duration | 3 Months |
| Course Times | 6:30pm - 9:30pm - commencing Thursday 16th September 2021. These are tutor led classes that happen every week on a Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 9:30pm using Zoom. The trainer on the course is a trainer from the disability sector and has real hands-on experience (and able to great advice to people on the course). |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Title of Awarding | QQI Level 5 - Special Needs Assisting Module (SNA) – 5N1786 |
| Entry Requirements | There are no specific entry requirements for this course. Learners will be responsible for organising their own work experience. |
| Career Path | Learners will acquire knowledge, skills and competence in the role of the Special Needs Assistant, learning how to effectively relate to children with special needs. Working within the principles of good practice (e.g. confidentiality, inclusion, independence, boundaries, etc.) they will learn how to form appropriate relationships with the children, their parents, their primary carers, teachers and other professionals. This course will be very useful for those working or hoping to work as: •A special needs assistant in primary/secondary school •A staff member in a creche or pre-school setting •A care assistant in a children's day/residential service. |
Course Provider
Pinnacle Training
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