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8. Special Needs Assisting (6N1957)
Assessment:
The purpose of this module is to equip the learner with the skills necessary to ensure children with special needs are offered the same opportunity to access education compared to those children who do not have special needs. Learners will examine the different educational options available for children in Ireland under current legalisation. This module will outline the importance of the difference between an inclusive and integrated educational environment. *As part of the assessment requirements for this module learners will be required to complete a supervised exam.
A combination of module appropriate assessment procedures will facilitate the assessment of learning outcomes of the course. These methods will include a combination of final written examinations and continuous assessment processes such as assignments, collection of work, learner records, projects and skills demonstration. All assignments will be designed to maximize the individual participant’s skills in their career development. All work submitted must be your own work. l
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This programme leads to a level 6 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme can use their credits towards completing a third level degree programme through the higher education links scheme. More details on this scheme can be found on our website under the “Student Links” area.
Exemptions: It is possible to gain exemptions from certain components of the course. If you already hold a FETAC, or any Childcare/Healthcare Award, please contact us for details and will advise you of available exemptions.
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Following successful completion you will receive a FETAC Level 6 award in Early Childhood Care & Education (6M2007). The Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland. The Open College is registered with FETAC to offer programmes leading to FETAC awards in the National Framework of Qualifications in Ireland. There is a registration fee payable of €165 to include administration, moderation and FETAC accreditation.
Early Childhood Care & Education 6M2007 FETAC Level 6 Major Award
Protection for Learners on this Childcare Level 6 Major Award As a course provider our policy on the protection for learners is subject to Section 43 of the Qualifications Act. This means that if, for whatever reason, we cease to provide the programme that is over 3 months in duration which you enrolled for, we have specific and legally binding arrangements in place to finish out that programme for you at no extra cost. All course fees for programmes over 3 months in duration are fully protected and secured by a Bank Guarantee. If we cease trading those learners who have not finished their programme will be fully protected by this Bank Guarantee which will be automatically triggered and the fund that covers all Fees paid by learners will be transferred to FETAC by our Bank to enable FETAC provide further study options for these learners or the refund of fees most recently paid so that they can complete their programme and all of this will be at no extra cost to the learners affected.
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Level 5 Certificate in Childcare or equivalent and or work/life experiences Students must currently be working (or on work experience) in the childcare sector for a minimum of 6 hours per week, throughout the course, as assignments will require learners to draw upon practical experience. Garda vetting is required for all Childcare placements and students can apply for this on an individual basis, please ask for details. If you take this programme by distance learning the course material will be posted or emailed to you. You can complete and return assignments/projects which must be typed rather than handwritten either by post or by email. As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative. If you take this course by eLearning you will need basic IT skills and have access to broadband. Competent knowledge of English as well as basic typing skills is required as all assessments need to be typed prior to submission for correction.
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