EVENT DETAILS

Donegal Education Centre.

EVENT INFORMATION

This is a 1-day seminar focussed on supporting students with Down Syndrome for Special Education Teachers and mainstream teachers at post–primary level.

Anticipated Outcomes

Participants will:
- Be aware of the nature, characteristics and co-occurring needs of students with Down Syndrome
- Explore the learning profile and needs of students with Down Syndrome Plan to support students at transition, with curricular and extra-curricular access and in preparation for independence and adult life
- Gain practical strategies and access resources specifically for students with Down Syndrome

Seminar Content and Outline
- An overview of Down Syndrome
- Learning Profile and Needs
- Education Planning
- Resources and Further Supports

An NCSE Certificate of Attendance is available to participants. Participants will require permission from their Board of Management to attend. Typically, substitution for this full-day professional learning experience will only be allowed: to class and subject teachers and if it is deemed essential by the principal.