DIPLOMA IN SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION (DSNE)

Inclusive Education & Hearing Impairment

Introduction

The Diploma in Special Needs Education (DSNE) is a two-year professional programme designed to equip educators with specialised knowledge and practical skills for supporting learners with diverse educational needs. The programme focuses on inclusive education and hearing impairment, preparing trainees to create supportive, accessible, and learner-centred educational environments.

Students are introduced to approaches for identifying and responding to individual learning needs, promoting participation, and supporting learners with disabilities and other barriers to effective learning.

Course Objectives

• Develop practical skills for supporting learners with special educational needs.
• Equip trainees with knowledge of inclusive teaching approaches and learning strategies.
• Promote understanding and effective support for learners with hearing impairment.
• Develop skills for adapting teaching methods and learning resources to different learner needs.
• Encourage respect, dignity, inclusion, and equal educational opportunities.
• Prepare educators to work collaboratively with learners, families, schools, and other professionals.

Programme Units

Module I

• DSNE 101: Introduction to Children with Special Needs
• DSNE 102: Child Growth and Development
• DSNE 103: Introduction to Guidance and Counseling
• DSNE 104: Introduction to Educational Resources (Theory)
• DSNE 105: Introduction to Educational Psychology
• DSNE 106: Management of Special Needs Education Programs
• DSNE 107: Introduction to First Aid
• DSNE 108: Early Childhood Care, Development & Education
• DSNE 109: Community-based Rehabilitation
• DSNE 110: Library and Study Skills
• DSNE 111: Professional Field Visits

Module II

• DSNE 212: Introduction to Inclusive Education
• DSNE 213: Contemporary Issues in Education
• DSNE 214: Behavior Management
• DSNE 215: Introduction to Educational Research
• DSNE 216: Special Needs Assessment and Early Intervention
• DSNE 217: Curriculum Development and Adaptation
• DSNE 218: Introduction to ICT
• DSNE 219: Teaching & Learning Strategies for Learners with Special Needs
• DSNE 220: Educational Resources (Practical)
• DSNE 221: Professional Field Visits

Course Duration

2 Years

Minimum Entry Requirement

Applicants should be holders of:

• P1 Certificate, or
• ECDE Certificate

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue opportunities in special needs education, inclusive learning environments, primary schools, special schools, learning support programmes, and other education-related settings, subject to the applicable professional registration and employment requirements.

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