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Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs (Level 3 Award)

OCNNI
Early Years

Course Overview

This course is targeted for those currently employed in the Early Years Sector, carrying out a placement within a setting or those who are interested in returning to study within the area of Early Years. Units undertaken are; 1 : Understand Special Needs 2 Understand Factors which affect learning. 3: Understand how to support individuals with SEN including Legislation 4: Understand the roles and responsibilities of professionalsworking in the SENarea. 5:Understand the principles and practice of advocacy.
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    15 Weeks
  • Campus
    Limavady
    Strabane
    Strand Road

Important Message

Applications/Enrolments for part time courses commencing September to December 2025 are now closed

Available Sessions

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  • Course: OCN NI Level 3 Award in Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs Ref D098
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Wed:7:00PM-9:00PM)
    Fees:
     Full £48.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £34.00
    CLOSED
  • Course: OCN NI Level 3 Award in Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs Ref D099
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 05/02/2025
    (Wed:7:00PM-9:00PM)
    Fees:
     Full £48.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £34.00
    Apply now
  • Course: OCN NI Level 3 Award in Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs Ref L025
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Tue:7:00PM-9:00PM)
    Fees:
     Full £48.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £34.00
    CANCELLED
  • Course: OCN NI Level 3 Award in Working with Children and Young People with Special Needs Ref S010
    Campus: Strabane
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Mon:7:00PM-9:00PM)
    Fees:
     Full £48.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £34.00
    CANCELLED

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

Course Offering

  • Site location Limavady Main St Strabane Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

None required.

Additional Information

As it is a stand alone accreditation it has a value of 4 credits. It will enable students to understand how to work with children and young people with SEN. It allows students to consider undertaking a full qualification in Level 3 Childrens Care, Learning and Development or similar course offered by NWRC. Exam fee payable at the time of enrolment.

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