Course Overview
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.
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• 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 – see English
Language requirement at the start of
this booklet.
Note: Learners have the option of
registering for each module in the full
certificate individually.
