How many modules are there in the SNA course?
Chevon College has a set of tailored SNA programmes to suit your background and experience. If you have little or no experience as an SNA, Chevron recommends you complete the Combined SNA course consisting of 3 modules; QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting (5N1786) Special Needs Assisting Course | Chevron Training, QQI level 5 Children with Additional Needs (5N2396) Children With Additional Needs Course | Chevron Training & QQI Level 6 Special Needs Assisting (6N1957) Special Needs Assisting Module Online | Chevron Training. Please click on the links for more information.
The Special Needs Assisting (5N1786) component module is a minor award worth 15 credits. The objective of this certificate is to provide necessary skills to enable the learner to work under direction in a special need assisting capacity.
Some learning outcomes of this module include.
- the ability to examine relevant legislation in relation to disability,
- explore the rights of children with disability,
- use care routines in feeding, toileting, and general hygiene,
- also work well with children under the guidance of the classroom teacher
- maintain appropriate relationships with children, parents, primary teachers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The Children with Additional Needs (5N2396) component module is a minor award type worth 15 credits. The purpose of this award is to provide the learner with the ability to work under the guidance with young children with additional needs. Particularly it aims to provide the learner with the insight of the context of special needs, associated issues and approaches used.
Some learning outcomes of this module include.
- Examine the history of special needs in Ireland.
- Analyse the legislation and policy development relating to children with additional needs.
- Describe a variety of children’s special needs conditions and limitations.
- Explain the various duties and support resources that are accessible for kids with special needs.
- Use a variety of approaches with kids who have special needs.
- Engage in best practice with children with additional needs.
- Organise developmentally appropriate activities while keeping in mind each child’s welfare, safety, and general well-being.
- Discover how to take responsibility for individual learning within a multidisciplinary team assessing processes which result in effective team co-operation.
- Evaluate own practice to strengthen understanding children with special needs, resulting in increased knowledge of social, ethical, and legal issues in relation to the education and care.
The Special Needs Assisting 6N1957 component module is a minor award that is worth 15 credits. The purpose of this award is to provide the learner with the understanding, ability and capability in the theory and practice underpinning the education and care of those who have special educational needs.
Some learning outcomes are for this module include but are not limited to are.
- Evaluate the provision of education for those with special needs, referencing legislation.
- Access educational options available in Ireland for individuals with special needs
- Examine the difference between integration and inclusion in educational settings.
- Examine relevant theories, skills and processes in relation to curriculum.
- Making meaningful activities tailored to individual needs.
- Reflect on personal attitudes, values, beliefs, and assumptions regarding working with individuals with disabilities.