Begin Your Career in Supporting People with Intellectual Disabilities
QQI Level 5
Launch Your Career in Intellectual Disability
Gain a recognised qualification to work in Intellectual Disability Services.
This course is recognised by HSE and HIQA and is Ideal for new and existing care professionals looking to specialise in intellectual disability practice, or anyone seeking a meaningful career change.
Intellectual Disability Practice 5M1761 Major Award QQI Level 5
What You Will Learn
Through this programme you will:
- Develop an understanding of intellectual disability through a holistic and person-centred lens.
- Explore how different models of support — including the social and rights-based approaches — influence inclusion, participation, and quality of life in everyday practice.
- Develop practical skills to provide rights based, person-centred support
- Understand service provision, HIQA standards and quality assurance in Ireland and internationally.
- Learn to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
Why This Course?
Accredited by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) and included on the NFQ, so your certificate is nationally and internationally recognised. Flexible learning options, study online at your own pace, with full tutor support.
Ideal for new and existing care professionals looking to specialise in intellectual disability practice, or anyone seeking a meaningful career change.
Why do learners choose Forus Training?
- Learners receive a QQI Certificate upon successfully completing this module.
- Our Programme Leader recommends choosing online any time option, which encourages group-based learning.
- Students trust Forus Training, with over 1300 Google Reviews averaging a 4.9-Star Rating . Search us in Google to find out what people are saying about our courses.
