To be truly inclusive we need to consider the society we live in and strive for community based inclusion for all members. The study of empowerment of the individual in the context of community inclusion allows students on this course to increase awareness, understanding and learn the challenges and opportunities of working with individuals with specific needs. If you have an aptitude for and interest in working in the area of disability and support then this is the course for you.

  • Community Inclusion 5N1740 – The learner will be equipped with the knowledge, skill and competence required to support and build the capacity of individuals with an intellectual disability to develop socially valued roles and relationships within their local communities.
  • Empowering the Individual 5N1749 – The learner will be equipped with the knowledge, skill and competence to empower persons with intellectual disabilities in their daily lives and to facilitate them in making decisions about their own personal goals and support needs.
  • Facilitating Learning 5N1753 – The learner will be equipped with the knowledge, skill and competence to explore the ways in which people learn and to facilitate people with an intellectual disability to learn and develop new knowledge and skills.
  • Intellectual Disability Studies 5N1652 – Equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the causes, range and effects of intellectual disabilities to develop an awareness of the importance of a social model of support and the role of various professionals in responding to the needs of persons with an intellectual disability.
  • Personal Effectiveness 5N1390 – Reflect on your own personal role in a workplace including the skills needed for your job, personal strengths and weaknesses and the people issues and work practices which influence how you do your work.
  • Work Experience 5N1356 – Planning, preparation and reflection on work placement. Job finding strategies, CV and personal statement preparation, interview skills. Practise employability skills with a view to future planning.
  • Challenging Behaviour 5N1706 – The learner will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and competence in supporting individuals with intellectual disability who present with challenging behaviour.
  • Understanding Special Needs 5N1709 – Develop an ideal of good practice when relating to individuals with special needs. Outline the range of special needs, conditions and impairments, cause, diagnosis, prognosis and epistemology. Describe the different learning and therapy programmes provided by professionals in the area of special needs. Discuss current policy in relation to special needs.
  • Assistive Technology 6N2211 – The learner will be equipped with the knowledge, skill and competence to conduct an Assistive Technology Assessment.

Additional Training/Workshops

CPI Safety Intervention training( formerly known as MAPA)

Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4. Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English. All applicants are interviewed. An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.

  • UCC: CK102 Social Science. CK114 Social Science – Youth & Community Work (must be over 21 and have experience)
  • SETU(Waterford): SE900 Health Sciences, SE927 – Applied Social Care
  • TUS(Limerick): US920 Social Care work
  • MTU Cork: MT575 Community Development, MT571 Early Childhood, MT573 Social Care

Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork (CCPS), MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for students of Morrisons Island locations. Go to our progressions database at https://morrisonsislandcampus.ie/progressions/ for exact requirements on progressions for this course.

Care environments and communities, intellectual disability environments, private settings.

  • Duration: September to May
  • Fees: €300 including QQI examination fees. (Medical card holders exempt from €50). See Payment for details.
  • Certification: 
    • QQI Level 5 Certificate in Intellectual Disability Practice 5M1761
    • QQI Component Maths 5N1833 (available as an option in the evening for learners requiring Maths for progression)
  • Work Experience: Students will undertake a minimum of 150 hours Work Experience Placement in a suitable vocational setting, which they will source themselves. Learners must be Garda Vetted before going on Placement.

Email: disabilitypracticemacroom@morrisonsislandcampus.ie          Tel: (086)0140217

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