Disability & SNA Studies (Level 6)

Description

This QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate will equip the learner with the necessary knowledge, skills and competence to undertake not only supervisory roles in the care environment, but also in the field of Disability Awareness and Special Needs Assisting. This course equips participants with the skills to manage themselves, their work and the people they work with more effectively. It also offers a sound introduction to management in the health services for those wishing to build upon their experience and to gain a formal qualification in management. This course is unique in that Kinsale Campus is the only center offering a fully accredited Dementia Care Module that underpins this course. The course has also been highlighted at a national level at a forum on the future of dementia care. On completion of the programme participants will be able to: • Appreciate fundamental core health service management principles and theories. • Apply a comprehensive range of management skills and techniques to improve individual, team and organizational performance within the health services. • Demonstrate interpersonal skills, confidence and ability to achieve personal targets and goals. • Utilize and apply acquired skills and knowledge towards improved individual, team and overall health services performance. • Works as a Health Care Assistant, Personal Assistant and/or Special Needs Assistant