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Special Needs Assistant
Waterford College of Further Education
- Course code
- 5M1761
- Level
- Level 5
- Award
- Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
- Classification
- Major
- Awarding body
- QQI
- Duration
- 1 year full-time.
Programme summary
This full-time course prepares students to work as a Special Needs Assistant in pre-school and primary school settings. It is suitable for both school-leavers and for experienced mature persons seeking a formal qualification.
Entry requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent.
- Successful completion of interview.
- Written references.
- Applicants will be required to undertake Garda vetting. International students must also provide Police vetting from the country/countries where they have previously lived.
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