ANNOUNCEMENTS
Understanding and Meeting the Needs of Students Seeking International Protection in Ireland in the Education Setting (FACE TO FACE)
HSE Social Inclusion Psychology in partnership with South West Counselling and Tralee Education Support Centre are inviting you to apply for one day training event. This training is being delivered by National experts in the area of trauma who have extensive expertise working with forced migrants with facilitated discussion group supported by psychologists.
Learning Goals:
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from one another and to gain an understanding of:
- Refugee Journey
- Mental Health and Psychosocial Needs
- Barriers to adjustment and integration
- When and where to seek help for trauma
- Importance of being trauma sensitive in Education
- Practical steps school can take to be trauma sensitive and assist student
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Getting Started With Film Making and FIS (FACE TO FACE)
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Apple Learning Institute (FACE TO FACE)
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Elklan Speech and Language Supports for 5-11s (FACE TO FACE)
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Progressive College Courses
QQI Level 5 & 6 Special Needs Assistant (3 Modules)
During this course, you will learn about development and learning in children with special needs and about the role of an SNA. You will learn about child development and behaviour theories.
Learners will also explore different activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development in children with a variety of disabilities. You will learn about EPSEN Act and Irish Legislation and how to implement Individual Educational Plans (IEP’s).
This course will explore the role of the Multi-Disciplinary Teams to ensue integration, inclusion, and equal opportunities. This course also includes an overview of the primary and secondary school curriculum.
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Care Skills and Care of the Older Person
A flexible online approach developed to allow you to learn at your own pace. through pre-recorded lectures, and access to associated reading material. Both the Care of the Older Person and Care Skills are QQI Level 5 Minor Awards (Individual Modules) which is designed to provide the learner with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to support and meet the needs of older people and to care effectively and to a high standard using the best practice while adhering to current legislative and regulatory requirements. Learners will develop an understanding of the concept of the aging process and explore ways to enhance the quality of life of the older person.
Care of the Older Person and Care Skills enables learners to acquire the skills to meet the needs of the older person and to understand the role of the healthcare assistant in promoting a positive attitude to aging and death and dying. Learners develop the skills necessary to deliver the best practices associated with the provision of holistic care and to explore the range of services available to older people. Learners are encouraged to take a proactive role in health promotion and to gain knowledge of basic therapeutic intervention skills. The importance of communication is emphasised throughout the programme. Learners are required to complete 30 hours of work placement in a suitable healthcare setting where they are provided with opportunities to put what they learn through their studies, into practice.
NOTE: For many settings, learners will be required to have completed Manual Handling and Cardiac First Responder training in advance of work placement.
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Foundation Certificate Coaching Course with EDelia
All of EDelia's courses are endorsed by OIDE (formerly the Centre for School Leadership) with the aim of supporting quality professional learning for school leaders. This course is accredited with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) too and participants can receive a Foundation Level accreditation following their completion of the course.
The workshop runs over 6 weeks every Thursday up to the midterm online via Zoom. It will begin on Thursday September 21st at 7pm.
This course has 6 x 2.5 hour sessions and is priced at €650 for educators. Teachers who register before September 8th qualify for the early bird price of €575 (a discount of €75).
Please see the brochure
HERE.
Teachers can register
HERE to secure their place.
Introducing a Trauma Informed Approach - The Stress Factor, Getting the Balance Right
NEPS are delighted to invite you and all your staff to complete our new free eLearning training course on Introducing a Trauma Informed Approach - The Stress Factor, Getting the Balance Right.
This training course focuses on stress and its impact on learning, behaviour and wellbeing. Familiar and new approaches based on research and the experience of NEPS psychologists are used to guide thinking, planning and action. The training aims to support school staff to build resilience for all including children and young people with additional needs and those affected by trauma and adversity.
- It has been designed for all staff and promotes a whole school approach to trauma informed practice.
- The format has been developed to allow for self-directed, self-paced learning. Schools may also choose to undertake the training together through blending the e-learning modules with follow up in-school reflection and action planning sessions.
- The course consists of 7 short modules, each comprising video presentation, and downloadable reflection activities and information handouts. The online course can be completed in approximately 2 - 2 ½ hours.
Following completion of the course we hope you and your staff:
- Use the resource called ‘Walk Through’ Model, to highlight strengths, needs and actions for your class/school.
- Discuss with colleagues how best to embed the learning in this training in classes and in the school community.
- Access further advice/support around embedding the learning through the school’s assigned psychologist, if required.
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Belong To Stand Up Awareness Week Training
Belong To are running therir annual Stand Up Awareness Week from 6th-10th November 2023. Belong To’s Stand Up Awareness Week is a time for post-primary schools, youth services, and Youthreach centres in Ireland to join us and take a stand against homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying. This week is an opportunity to take steps to make spaces safe and supportive for LGBTQ+ young people.
Belong To offers training sessions during September to help people prepare for Stand Up Awareness Week 2023.
