Course Description

Disability Awareness QQI level 6 course

Limerick College of Further Education



The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence, in the models and types of disabilities and the legal and social structures and services in place to accommodate disabilities at national and community level and in the workplace.

Course Description

• Explore various definitions of disability, to include definitions outlined in Irish legislation
• Identify different types of disabilities, to include physical disability specific learning disabilities (SPLDS), mental illness, sensorial disabilities specifically visual impairment, hearing loss and speech difficulties; Specific conditions including diabetes and epilepsy
• Outline strategies to minimise the difficulties that specific disabilities may cause for individuals
• Examine the key requirements of employers, educational institutions and providers of public services in accommodating persons with disabilities as set down in Irish
Legislation.
• Public policy and strategy in relation to disability in Ireland
• Identify services available to enable persons with disabilities to access their legal rights and entitlements.
• Distinguish between the various models and approaches which are used in the education system to accommodate persons with disabilities.
• Identify barriers to disability, both environmental and attitudinal.
• Evaluate rehabilitation and support strategies that are available to improve quality of life for persons with disabilities

NOTE: A safe level of written and spoken English is required.


Course Code CC051
College Name Limerick College of Further Education
Course Category Disability Studies, Humanities & Social Sciences
Course Type Classroom Based
Course Location Limerick, Ireland
Course Fee €280
Course Duration 12 Weeks
Course Times Thurs 18.45 - 21.45
Title of Awarding QQI Level 6 Minor Award in Disability Awareness 6N1975
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Limerick College of Further Education, Limerick, Limerick, Republic of Ireland

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