Application for access to the The Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, Special Purpose Award is open to Special Needs Assistants (qualified to Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications – NFQ) and who wish to progress their knowledge, skills, and competencies in their field to NFQ Level 7.

The Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, Special Purpose Award will also assess applicants for entry to the course who can demonstrate that they are suitably qualified with demonstrated work experience in a cognate area. These applicants will be considered for access on a case-by-case basis through established Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) mechanism.

Please click here to fill out the RPL contact form and one of our student admissions officers will be in touch.

Here is an example of what the The Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, Special Purpose Award Structure looks like:

Week 1: Webinar of 2 hours in duration – including overview of the module, overview of how the blended programme works and assessment criteria etc.

Week 2: There will be a recorded lecture for them to review. Learners will also have one hour tutor support this week via email. Learners will be directed to further assigned readings etc.

Week 3: There will be a recorded lecture for them to review. Learners will also have one hour tutor support this week via email. Learners will be directed to further assigned readings etc. Tutors may also upload a forum question which students have to engage with.

Week 4: Live Webinar of 2 hours in duration.

Week 5: On-site session where applicable. This will take place in Dublin and is dependent on student numbers. If there are insufficient numbers, a live webinar will take place. If there are sufficient numbers, then the session will also be live-streamed for those who cannot attend. This session is 2 hours in duration.

Week 6: There will be a recorded lecture for them to review. Learners will also have one hour tutor support this week. Learners will be directed to further assigned readings etc. Tutors may also upload a forum question which students have to engage with. This support hour can be via email or where necessary through TEAMS.

Week 7: Live Webinar of 2 hours in duration

Week 8: There will be a recorded lecture for them to review. Learners will also have one hour tutor support this week. Learners will be directed to further assigned readings etc. Tutors may also upload a forum question which students have to engage with. This support hour can be via email or where necessary through TEAMS.

Week 9: There will be a recorded lecture for them to review. Learners will also have one hour tutor support this week. Learners will be directed to further assigned readings etc. Tutors may also upload a forum question which students have to engage with. This support hour can be via email or where necessary through TEAMS.

*Course content is subject to review after each intake and may be updated in line with industry standards.

The Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, Special Purpose Award is continuous assessment over the three modules.

Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, Special Purpose Award

This special education teacher course is highly beneficial for other professionals in the field of social care or education, who wish to gain a deeper understanding of special education principles and practices, enhancing their ability to implement key theories in real-world settings.

This special education course is also highly beneficial for other professionals in the field of social care or education, who wish to gain a deeper understanding of special education principles and practices, enhancing their ability to implement key theories in real-world settings.

Lastly, this Certificate in Special Education QQI Level 7, is ideal for professionals currently working or seeking to work in various educational sectors, including:

• Early Childhood Education and Care
• Primary Schools
• Secondary Schools
• Further Education, Community, and Training
• Third-Level Colleges or Universities
• Special Schools
• Autism Classes
• Participants will develop the knowledge required to support the diverse needs of students, ensuring a meaningful and inclusive educational experience.