NUI Maynooth Certificate in Disability Studies

This Certificate Course is part of the University of Maynooth's Adult Education Program. Originally a focused Personal Assistance (PA) practical course, the Certificate has been redesigned and was launched as part of the 2004/2005 academic year.

Course Aims:

The Certificate has three main aims:

To examine theoretical perspectives of disability
To develop the Independent Living philosophy
To examine a rights based approach to disability

Key Objectives:

To enable participant to critically evaluate their perceptions of disability
To equip participants with the knowledge and tools to effect change in attitudes
To provide participants with the opportunity to explore the barriers to inclusion
To give participants an opportunity to share and learn from each other

Course Duration:
This Certificate is delivered over 100 hours, part-time contact, during one academic year. Some Saturdays may be required.

Course Content:
The course is divided into four modules:

Module 1: Study Skills and Student Support

Module 2: Models of Disability

Module 3: Equality and Advocacy

Module 4: Social Analysis and Environment

Admission Requirements:

Each participant in the course must be 23 years or over at the time of application. Experience or an interest in the disability sector would be an advantage as would an ability to reflect on one's own practice, attitudes, and beliefs. Course participants will be required to demonstrate a commitment to learning in a group setting and have adequate skills to fully participate in a NUI Certificate Course.

Assessment Procedures:

Assessment is based on a 85% minimum class attendance, participation in these classes, throughout the term of the Certificate, and the accurate completion of all assignments and or projects set by the Course Tutor. Participants who fulfill all assignment requirements will be eligible for the award of National University of Ireland Certificate.

Venues:
The Certificate is delivered off-campus by a number of centres nationally. To ensure the course is meaningful, relevant, accessible and applicable participants are encouraged to take an active part in the modelling of the course for future years. The Certificate will be learner-centred with the participants own experience and skills informing the curriculum.

Course Fees:

Fees may vary from one Centre to another depending on the number of participants per Course. For the 2004/05 session, the average fee per student is expected to range between 850 and 950 euro.

Further Information:

For further information on the Certificate please contact CIL Carmichael House.

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