Disability Awareness QQI L6

Participant Profile:
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. This is a classroom based course

Programme 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 – see English Language requirement at the start of this booklet.