Assisting Children with Special Needs

A comprehensive yet uncomplicated guide to the role of the Special Needs Assistant, providing information on a range of special needs, and associated issues with key elements of good practice within various settings.




* Outlines the historical and legislative perspectives of special needs in Ireland detailing key Irish legislation, i.e. EPSEN Act 2004, Disability Act 2005 and the Equality Act 2004, and its implications




* Introduces the student to a range of special needs conditions, detailing the causes, diagnosis and prognosis of each




* Highlights the effect of both verbal and non-verbal communication as a tool used in developing relationships with children with special needs




* Positions the role of the special needs assistant in relation to other stakeholders, i.e. family, teachers and other professionals




* Provides information on resources, services and facilities available in Ireland to children with special needs




* Identifies the principles of good practice in policies and procedures




* Includes a sample special needs case study with guidelines and information on completing assignments relating to courses on Special Needs




A Lecturer's CD with additional teaching resources e.g. PowerPoint slides and sample assignment briefs is available on request.




WRITTEN FOR:


Understanding Special Needs FETAC Level 5 Special Needs Assisting FETAC Level 5