Certificate in Skills for Independent Living
Course Summary
This 2 year part-time course is specifically developed for adults with intellectual disabilities with the aim that learners will develop a lifelong learning ethos with the promotion of inclusion to third level education. The purpose of this award is to enable the learners develop relevant knowledge and competence to be able to take his/her place in society.
Important notice about this course
Closed for Applications
This QQI Level 3 approved course is specifically developed for adults with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of this award is to enable the learner with an intellectual disability to develop relevant knowledge and competence to be able to take his/her place in society. It is aimed that the learners will develop a lifelong learning ethos with the promotion of inclusion to third level education.
Modules studied overe the two years may include
- Communications
- Mathematics
- Personal Effectiveness
- Computer Literacy
Elective modules include:
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- Music Appreciation
- Drama
- Health and Fitness
- Art and Design
This programme will be delivered on Mondays and Tuesdays over a period of 2 academic years.
This will allow sufficient time for the learners to develop and take ownership of their learning as well as ensuring sufficient supports are in place for them to engage fully in the course as well as third level community life.
Total course fee is €3000 payable as follows:
YEAR 1
Payment 1 = €750 (payable by 30th November)
Payment 2 = €750 (payable by 28th February)
YEAR 2
Payment 1 = €750 (payable by 31st October)
Payment 2 = €750 (payable by 28th February)
- 18 years old on date of registration.
- Confirmed Intellectual Disability.
- Basic literacy and numeracy is required.
As part of the selection process, interested applicants will need to
- Take part in an interview
- Complete literacy and numeracy assessment exercise
The course open to individuals either supported by an agency or independent learners who meet the entry requirements.
Dr. Briege King (Department of Nursing, Midwifery & Early Years)
Phone: 042 7370200 ext 2724
Email: briege.king@dkit.ie
Dr. Geraldine O'Connor (Head of Part-time courses in School of Health and Science)
Email: geraldine.oconnor@dkit.ie
| Course ID | DK_OSFIL_E |
| Course Type | Flexible & Professional |
| Study Mode | Part-Time |
| Level | 3 |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Fees | €3000 |
| Starting Date | TBA |
| School | School of Health & Science |
| Department | Nursing, Midwifery and Early Years |
| Credits | 60 |
| Awarding Body | Dundalk Institute of Technology |
| Delivery Method | On Campus |
How To Apply
Please upload a scanned copy of your Applied Leaving Cert when applying if you have one.
