FETAC Level 6 Special Needs Assistant Training Courses - Schedule 2011

Course Objectives

• Recognise the local and legislative changes specific to the educational system for the special needs child

• Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum and its implications for the child with special needs

• Understand the importance of observational skills when working with children within the educational system

• Recognise the importance of continued personal and professional development.

Course Syllabus

• Domestic and International Legislative Requirements

• Education Provisions for the Special Needs Child

• Implementing an appropriate Curriculum for the Special Needs Child

• Overcoming specific curriculum issues

• Incorporating visual arts, drama and music into the curriculum

• Computer technology within the educational setting

• Observational techniques

• Ethical and Confidentiality issues during the observation

• Reporting observation findings

• Personal and Professional Development

• Problem solving skills

• Impact of working with Special Needs Children

Assessment Structure

• Project (60%)

• Assignment (×2) (40%)

Preferred Entry Level

• Learners wishing to complete this module should have successfully completed a FETAC Level 5 module relating to Special Needs.