OCN Level 3 Working with Children with Special Needs

Only available to belfast residents currently employed and wishing to upskill to apply for a "better job".

Earners of this badge have developed the skills and knowledge required to work effectively with children & young people who have been diagnosed with special educational needs. Earners have demonstrated their understanding of factors affecting learners and the strategies available for supporting children and young people in educational settings. Earners have also evidenced their knowledge in regards to the principals and practice of advocacy, and how self-advocacy empowers the learner.

If you enrol on to the academy, you will work towards achieving a ‘Level 3 OCN qualification - Working with Children with Special Needs’. This qualification will support you to apply for roles as an unqualified classroom assistant and work with children, in any setting, with additional needs. You will also receive employability support and mentoring throughout the duration of this programme.