WORKING WITH CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Level 3 Unit

Level 3
Cullyhanna Wald Centre

Overview

This qualification is ideal if you are working with or planning to work with children and young people with special needs. This unit will provide you with an understanding of the concept of special needs and current attitudes and values. The qualification is targeted at individuals who wish to pursue a career in the area of working with children and young people with special needs or those requiring further training in this area.

There are no specific entry requirements for this course, however, candidates should either be working with children/young people with special needs or have an interest in working in this area.

Learning Outcomes within this qualification include:

Understand special needs
Understand factors which affect learning
Understand how to support individuals with special needs
Understand the roles and responsibilities of professionals working in the special needs area
Understand the principles and practice of advocacy

Assessment will take the form of completion of an electronic work booklet, assessed internally and moderated internally and externally by the awarding body.