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Special Needs Assisting / Assistant (SNA) - Classroom Course

Standalone or Part of Level 6 Early Childhood Care and Education 6M2007 Major Award

This course will provide an in-depth understanding of children with additional needs, the role of a special needs assistant (SNA) and relevant legislation in relation to disability.

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QQI Credits: 15
QQI Level: 6
QQI Code: 6N1957
Quizzes: 13
LMS Sessions: 16
Duration: 4 weeks full time or 10 week part time
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Single modules are the best way to build your path to becoming fully certified and
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This Early Childhood Care and Education Course will be suitable for you, should you be new to your role or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.

Access to the Programme

Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. The Course Advisor is available to meet with prospective learners to discuss and advise on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Entry Criteria

Entry criteria / prerequisites Level 5 Certificate / Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) or relevant life experience detailed in a current Curriculum Vitae. Please provide details and attach a copy of either a current CV or Certificate. Learners must be a resident of Ireland / based in Ireland.

English

As this NFQ level 6 qualification is delivered through English it is necessary learners will have sufficient written English skills to complete this course. Forus Training recommends a minimum English language competency of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for successful completion of this programme. If you are not sure what level of English competency you have, please contact hello@forustraining.ie and a Course Advisor will arrange for you to take an assessment.

IT Skills and Equipment Required

Basic working knowledge of computers and access to a computer with internet access is required to do the course. A PC with Windows 8 or later or a Mac with OSX 10.5 or later.

  • An internet connection with a speed of at least 10mbps.
  • The latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Edge or Safari, set to accept cookies and pop-ups.
  • Adobe Flash and Adobe Reader, to view content.
  • Word processing software, such as MS Word or Google Docs.
  • Some courses include video, therefore your computer must be capable of playing video and sound.

* eLearning and tutor support may vary by course, please check each course page for details.

Reasonable Accommodation

To reinforce inclusion for all our learners we offer customised learning support for individual applicants who require accommodations. Additional Requirements Forus Training provide a range of supports for learners to ensure that our programmes and services are accessible to all.

On application for a course with Forus Training please discuss any additional requirements with the Course Advisor at hello@forustraining.ie so that the appropriate supports for teaching, learning and assessment can be considered. It is important that you discuss your needs with centre staff as early as possible.

Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;

  • Evaluate the provision of education for people with special educational needs with reference to current legislation
  • Assess the various educational options available in Ireland for people with special educational needs
  • Examine relevant theories, skills and processes relevant to curriculum implementation
  • Explore the differences between integration and inclusion
  • Organise learning opportunities in order to promote independence and responsibility
  • Evaluate the importance of the multidisciplinary team in devising Individual Education Plans
  • Analyse skills that can be used to aid the teacher in the administration of the national curriculum
  • Assess interventions and behavior management techniques that may be used in the learning environment
  • Manage meaningful activities that are suited to people's needs and connect with their experiences and interests in the learning environment
  • Identify strategies for dealing with stressors within the work place
  • Provide assistance in the provision of education and care for individuals that present with special educational needs
  • Reflect on own attitudes, values , beliefs and assumptions in relation to working with and on behalf of people who present with disabilities.
WHAT WILL YOU DO ON THIS COURSE?

The Special Needs Assisting - Classroom course outline can be found below...

Induction - Before You Start

Learner Induction
1/29
Learner Induction - Quiz Questions
8 Questions2/29
Assessment
3/29

The Role of the SNA

Session 1.1
The Role of the SNA
The Role of the SNA - Quiz Questions
10 Questions5/29
Session 1.2
Personal Attitudes and Beliefs
6/29
Personal Attitudes and Beliefs - Quiz Questions
6 Questions7/29

Personal Attitudes and Beliefs

Special Education Needs

Session 2.1
Special Education Needs
8/29
Special Education Needs - Quiz Questions
10 Questions9/29
Session 2.2
Special Education Needs
10/29
Special Education Needs - Quiz Questions
7 Questions11/29
Session 2.3
General Learning Disabilities
12/29
General Learning Disabilities - Quiz Questions
6 Questions13/29

General Learning Disabilities

The Right to Education

Session 3.1
The Right to Education
14/29
The Right to Education - Quiz Questions
10 Questions15/29
Session 3.2
Stakeholders in Education
16/29
Stakeholders in Education - Quiz Questions
7 Questions17/29

Stakeholders in Education

Education Options

Session 4.1
Education Options
Preview18/29
Education Options - Quiz Questions
9 Questions19/29
Session 4.2
Integration and Inclusion
20/29
Integration and Inclusion - Quiz Questions
10 Questions21/29
Session 4.3
Assessment of Need
22/29
Assessment of Need - Quiz Questions
8 Questions23/29

Integration and Inclusion

Assessment of Need

Curriculum

Session 5.1
Curriculum
24/29
Curriculum - Quiz Questions
10 Questions25/29
Session 5.2
Differentiation
26/29
Differentiation - Quiz Questions
9 Questions27/29

Differentiation

Multidisciplinary Teams and the IEP

Teaching Specific Learning Difficulties

Communication Supports

Behaviours of Concern

Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties

Child Development

Manage Meaningful Activities

Stress in the Workplace

Child Protection

End of Course Session
28/29
FREE PREVIEW
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Session 1
29/29
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Overall very interesting and very nicely done zoom meetings.
Kasia Breathnach
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I enjoyed the weekly live classes with my trainer as she was very informative and a great support for me, i highly recommend this course.
Josephine McDaid
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I liked working as a group online.
Rachel Elizabeth Greville
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I found the zoom sessions most enjoyabl part of the course, trainer support was excellent.
Eimear Seehan
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I think the course is brilliant, just hard to get all questions answered by email.
Rachel Gorman
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The tutor was very helpful throughout the course.
Natasha Mahady
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I think there must be some demonstration on referencing but overall i learnt a lot about SNA, i found the learner handbook , quizzes and LMS very useful in my course completion.
Anthea McNulty
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I enjoyed the weekly zoom class and the trainer feedback and support was brilliant
Margaret Melvin
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The course was very interesting and the teacher was super helpful.
Lorna McCormack
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I enjoyed the overall course.
Avril Ward
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I found the couse very enjoyable and informative learner support was great and quick.
Ciara Nolan
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Although we changed tutor during the course, both trainers were excellent and great support.
Joanna Canny

Assessment

The course 6N1957 Special Needs Assisting is assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;

  • Project 50%
  • Skills Demonstration 50%

Project

A project is a response to a brief devised by the assessor. A project is usually carried out over an extended period of time. Projects may involve research, require investigation of a topic, issue or problem or may involve process such as a design task, a performance or practical activity or production of an artifact or event.

Skills Demonstration

A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including practical skills and knowledge. A skills demonstration will require the learner to complete a task or series of tasks that demonstrate a range of skills.

Grading

Pass 50% - 64%

Merit 65% - 70%

Distinction 80% - 100%


Tutor Support

At Forus Training, we have many different supports available for your learning.

Learner Pack

  • When you enroll on a course, you will receive a printed learner pack from your trainer on the first session of the event.
  • This learner pack contains clear assessment instructions and comprehensive material to support you as you complete the course.
  • The pack will also include induction information as well as forms that you will complete during and at the end of your course.

Trainer Support

  • The trainer provides support to learners, including issuing feedback on draft work you will submit. Expect to wait up to 72 hours for a response by email from your trainer. Many of our trainers have full time jobs as well as training with us this means they will have up-to-date sector specific information, but also means that you need to allow a little time for them to get back to you. Our trainers are current with practice in the sector in which they work.
  • Trainers can, by appointment, make time available to you before or after class to answer your queries that cannot be covered in the session. They can also make an appointment with you to discuss your work on a telephone call.

Assessment Upload Facility

  • We have a user-friendly assessment upload facility available to you.

Support with Preparing for Assessment

If it has been a while since you’ve studied, we have free, short presentations on Study Skills, Academic Writing and Harvard Referencing to assist you in your work.

Technical Support

  • Every Saturday, our Digital Ambassador Team holds a Zoom meeting – to assist learners with their technology related challenges - no question too small! The staff in this “Digital Ambassador“ role are experienced in accessing all of our systems, including the LMS and myforustraining.ie. They are positioned to assist with all the usual technology queries learners might have: Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc), email, file saving and organisation etc.
  • Technical support is available by phone to 044 9349400 or by email: hello@forustraining.ie or through the contact form on our website.

Compassionate Consideration

  • Where a Learner, pursuing an award, through no fault of his/her own, is unable to complete their assessment, the exit pathway below is in place to facilitate this Learner with an alternative course. The Learner is given the opportunity to obtain the Award by completing the course at an alternative date/location should they have relocated to an area where we provide the same award.
  • The following are examples of circumstances where a Learner is unable to complete their project/their course:

Learner Welfare

  • P9 S6 C6 Learner Welfare Policy and practices are fully integrated throughout teaching and learning experiences by both Trainers and staff to effectively meet the health and well-being needs of all Learners. The Forus Training welfare policy is focused on the welfare of all Learners and addresses any particular challenges individual Learners may be experiencing during their learning experience. The learning environment includes welfare support provided by staff for Learners which is fully integrated throughout the teaching and learning and organisation of teaching and learning to effectively meet the personal, social (well-being) and academic needs of Learners and staff. Please see the policy here P9 S6 C6 Learner Welfare Policy.

Supports for Learners with Disabilities and Specific Learning Difficulties

  • Forus Training is fully committed to complying with relevant policies and legislation with respect to equality and disability. Registered and potential Learners with verified disabilities or specific learning difficulties may be given compassionate consideration and reasonable accommodation to enable them to successfully complete their programme. This is arranged by the Course Coordinator.
  • A reasonable accommodation is any action that helps to alleviate a substantial disadvantage due to an impairment or medical condition. Such accommodations are put in place to help reduce these barriers in order to provide equality of access and opportunity for all. Reasonable accommodations are made for Learners on a case by case basis and must be supported with medical documentation. Both P9 S2 C6 Evidence of Disability Form and P9 S2 C6A Application Form for Reasonable Accommodation can be found at the following link:
  • https://forustraining.ie/knowledge-base/how-do-i-access-reasonable-accomodations/
You will be awarded a certificate 6N1957 Special Needs Assisting 6N1957. QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will receive on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award. This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 6N1957 Special Needs Assisting 6N1957. This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

This course leads to a level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Special Needs Assisting.

Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.

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This course will provide an in-depth understanding of children with additional needs, the role of a special needs assistant (SNA) and relevant legislation in relation to disability.
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