NUI Maynooth Certificate in Equality Studies in Training & Development – Level 7

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INTRODUCTION

The NUI Certificate in Equality Studies in Training and Development will heighten participants’ knowledge and understanding of equality and diversity issues in order to contribute to the development of socially inclusive workplaces. The course will equip practitioners with the competence to become professional trainers in this challenging area.

COURSE AIM

To provide participants with knowledge and skills in the following areas:

· Reflective Practice

· Equality Issues in a Diverse Ireland

· Ability and Disability Issues

· Teaching and Learning

CONTENT

The five Units of the course resource materials are presented in an open / flexible learning format, supported by three days of workshop:

Unit 1: Academic & Personal Skills

Unit 2: The Shape of Irish society

Unit3: Equality in a Diverse Ireland

Unit 4: Ability and Disability

Unit 5: Teaching and Learning

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS

Course to be aimed at practitioners in learning and development or those with an interest in learning about diversity.

Basic I.T. skills

Access to a computer with Windows 2000 or above and broadband internet access. Commitment to self-directed learning.

ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES

· 85 % minimum attendance

· Participation Online

· Portfolios

· Learning Journal

· Research Report

COURSE DURATION

Students meet together in 3 workshops and participate on line for the remainder of the course in Laois Third Level, Bracklone Street, Portarlington

FEE €950

HOW TO APPLY

www.laoisthirdlevel.ie