
ATU - Sligo St. Angela's
Special Educational Needs - Autism - Sligo St. Angela's
Who should apply?
The programme is for registered teachers who are currently working with students with Autism or will be working with students with Autism for the duration of the programme in recognised Primary schools including Special schools and recognised Post-Primary schools.
Subjects taught
Modules
Completion of Modules 1 (Core) and 2 or 3, together with successful completion of the necessary course work and a practicum in Year 1 will attract a Post-Graduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs (Autism).
Module 1 - Understanding Autism: Theoretical Perspectives and Implications for Practice
Module 2 - Engaging Autistic Students: Assessment and Planning for Teaching and Learning
Module 3 - Autistic Students: Teaching Approaches
Entry requirements
This programme is for registered teachers who are currently working with students with Autism or will be working with students with Autism for the duration of the programme in recognised Primary schools including Special schools and recognised Post-Primary schools.
Duration
1 year full-time, blended.
Study Hours
Each module consists of different elements for completion including both NCSE training seminars/ courses and St. Angela's College courses. Each 15 credit module holds a total student effort of 300 hours. Total student effort comprises contact hours, tutor directed study and independent study.
On-Campus Attendance
The programme will require a minimum of eighteen days release from school.
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Qualifications
Postgraduate Certificate
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Attendance type
Part time,Blended
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