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PLC (Further Education - FET)

Certificate

Special Needs Assisting

Central College Limerick
Central College Limerick
Course Code
5M4468
Zone
Level
NFQ Type
Major
Duration
1 Year
Attendence
Full Time

Course Summary

Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College

Students of this course will acquire the knowledge, empathy, and understanding crucial to the role of a Special Needs Assistant. A variety of teaching methodologies are used on this programme in order to create an environment for all types of learners to succeed. Real-life learning opportunities, which allow you to learn outside of the classroom are invaluable in preparing you for your career as an SNA. CCL has a direct link with Coláiste Nano Nagle secondary school on site, which allows students to get hands-on experience in the role of an SNA.

Course Details

Central College Limerick
College Link  >  Special Needs Assisting

Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)

This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:

What will you study?

    Special Needs Assisting
    Early Childhood Education
    Human Growth and Development
    Care Support
    Communications
    Intellectual Disability Studies
    Care of the Older Person
    Social Studies
    Work Experience
Important
  • Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
  • Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.

Progression to CAO Courses

Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)

This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.

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QQI Code
5M4468

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The Student - Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Social

The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.

Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.

Further Research

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Career Progression

Graduates from this programme can gain employment in the following areas:

  • SNA in an Educational Setting
  • Work in a Childcare/Social Setting
  • Progression to Level 6 Special Needs Assistant Courses

College Profile

Central College Limerick
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