Define the concept of community
List the three types of assets found within a community
Identify a range of different types of relationships
Compile an inventory of community associations and formal institutions
Construct a network map of an individual’s personal, organisational, and community connections
Identify individuals who can act as network connectors within the community
Compile a capacity inventory outlining an individual’s skills, interests, and capacity to participate in and contribute to their community
Facilitate people with an intellectual disability to choose community places where their skills, interests, and capacity for contribution can be expressed
Assess opportunities for developing relationships within those settings
Plan strategies for introducing individuals to identified community places and people
Devise plans to provide ongoing support for building and sustaining relationships between a person with an intellectual disability and members of their community
Distinguish between physical integration and true community inclusion
Outline sources of information about associations and formal institutions within a community
Outline community attitudes and practices that may act as barriers to inclusion for people with an intellectual disability
Recognise environmental barriers to community inclusion
Examine organisational policies, practices, and staff attitudes that may limit community inclusion
Identify ways to overcome barriers to inclusion within the community
Outline organisational practice changes that would promote greater community inclusion
Explain the role of staff as bridge-builders between people with an intellectual disability and the wider community
Outline the characteristics and skills of community members who can act as bridge-builders supporting inclusion
Assessment:
This course is assessed in the following ways:
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| Course Category | Disability Studies, Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | Community Inclusion |
| Course Start Date | 26th May 2026 |
| Course End Date | 7th July 2026 |
| Course Duration | 7 weeks |
| Course Time | The course is accessible online, with a mixture of virtual sessions and self directed learning. Tutor support is provided throughout the course. |
| Course Fee | 295 |
| Entry Requirements | This course is open to anyone interested in doing it provided you fulfil some or one of the following criteria: Have completed the Leaving Certificate, and/or You may also be eligible if you have relevant life and work experience, in this case you may need to speak to the tutor and discuss your previous work experience or furnish the tutor with a CV and work references. |
| Career Path | This course leads to an award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Intellectual Disability Practice. Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities. |
| Course Code | 5N1740 |
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