Entry Requirements
The regulations for registration of Diploma in Special Needs Education (SNE) are:
- Primary Teacher Education - P1 Teacher certificate by training or
- P1 teacher who has been promoted by Ministry of education through Teacher Proficiency Courses;
- KCSE mean grade of D+ or KCE Division 3 and in addition have a KNEC Certificate in ECDE or Ministry of Education DICECE certificate
Duration: 12 Months
Delivery Method: Online
Fee Structure
| Full Course Fees | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | KES 1,000.00 ($ 10.00) |
| Certification Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Administration Fee | KES 5,035.00 ($ 50.35) |
| Internal Exam Fee | KES 10,070.00 ($ 100.70) |
| External Exam Fee | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Examining Body Membership Fee * | KES 0.00 ($ 0.00) |
| Tuition Fee | KES 76,000.00 ($ 760.00) |
| Fees Totals | KES 92,105.00 ($ 921.05) |
| * Examining Body Membership Fee may be payable through us or directly to the Examining Body | |
All Fees are payable in lumpusm or in installments, for details see below.
Breakdown per semester,
| Trimester | Total Per Trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 30,701.67 ($ 307.02) |
| Trimester 2 | KES 30,701.67 ($ 307.02) |
| Trimester 3 | KES 30,701.67 ($ 307.02) |
| Total | KES 92,105.00 ($ 921.05) |
NB: Fees are payable in 3 installments as detailed below:
The trimester fees of KES 30,701.67 ($ 307.02) is payable in 3 installments of KES 10,233.89 ($ 102.34)
Course Requirements
All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs
Practical Requirements (where applicable)
For courses that require practicals, a separate fee is chargable (not included in fee structure above) as follows:
- Short courses - KES 5,000
- Certificate courses - KES 7,500
- Diploma courses - KES 10,000
Course Units/Overview
Special Needs Education (SNE)
| Unit ID | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| DSNE101 | Introduction To Special Needs Education |
| DSNE102 | Child Development And Learning |
| DSNE103 | Inclusion And Collaboration In Special Needs Education |
| DSNE104 | Educational Assessment Of Children With Special Needs |
| DSNE105 | Teaching Methods For Learners With Special Needs |
| DSNE106 | Managing Behaviour In The Classroom |
| DSNE107 | Curriculum Development And Adaptation |
| DSNE108 | Introduction To Educational Psychology |
| DSNE109 | Practical Orientation To Children With Special Needs |
| DSNE110 | Basic Communication Skills For Learners With Visual Impairments |
| DSNE111 | Basic Communication Skills For Learners With Hearing Impairment |
| DSNE112 | Orientation And Mobility |
| DSNE113 | Community Based Rehabilitation And Habilitation |
| DSNE114 | Practicum |
| DSNE115 | Adapted Physical Education For Learners With Disabilities |
| DSNE116 | Guidance And Counselling For Learners With Special Needs Education |
| DSNE117 | Introduction To Research Methods In Special Needs Education |
| DSNE118 | Early Childhood Education |
| DSNE119 | Introduction To Learning Disabilities |
Course Description
DIPLOMA IN SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION
Course overview
TheDIPLOMA IN SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION offered at Finstock Evarsity college is an online course examinable by Finstock Evarsity College.The course has a duration of 12 months after which a student is able to download their certificates inside their students account.
Special Needs Education is education for students with disabilities, in consideration of their individual educational needs, which aims at full development of their capabilities and at their independence and social participation
Special needs in Education is a course that seek to breach the gap in education sector. The Disability Act (2003 and Children’s Act (200) in Kenya was a milestone to children and adults with special needs. The latest support in the Government’s Endeavor to provide quality education was the launch of the National Special Needs Education Policy framework. Trainees who undertake this program are expected to be leaders in the global desire to drive special and inclusive education. The Programme enables you to acquire solid theoretical and practical skills especially designed to meet the unique needs of children with Disabilities. The strength of the programme is that it links academic teaching with the learning of practical skills. Finstock Evarsity college has recently adopted training on this matter.
What is the minimum grade required to do a Diploma in special needs education?
In order to enroll and study in diploma in special needs education, a student should have a minimum of D+ in their KCSE exams.
The regulations for registration of Diploma in Special Needs Education (SNE) are:
- Primary Teacher Education - P1 Teacher certificate by training or
- P1 teacher who has been promoted by Ministry of education through Teacher Proficiency Courses;
- KCSE mean grade of D+ or KCE Division 3 and in addition have a KNEC Certificate in ECDE or Ministry of Education DICECE certificate
Mode of Delivery
Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials
Program goals
The diploma in special education programme is intended to:
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a) Equip trainees with relevant knowledge, skills and attitudes for teaching and managing special education programs.
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b) Prepare personnel capable of advocating for and implementing the inclusion of individuals with special needs and other disabilities within their communities.
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c) Prepare students for Bachelor in Special Needs Education.
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d) Prepare learners on the emerging trends in special needs and physically challenged children.
Career opportunities
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Proprietors of Special Needs Education Centre
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Teachers or Tutors of Special Needs Education
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Special Needs Education Consultants in Education Centres
Reasons you should take this course
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Special education is meaningful and rewarding
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Special education teachers are in high demand
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Special education teachers receive high pay and benefits
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Special education is experiencing unprecedented mobility
What we offer
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Course Instructor(s)
TBA
Examining Body
FINSTOCK EVARSITY COLLEGE
FAQs
Q1. How many intakes are there?
There are three intakes in a year as follows:
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Cohort |
Name |
Term Period |
Months |
Registration Window |
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January Intake |
Trimester 1 |
Jan 1 — Apr 30 |
4 |
Anytime |
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May Intake |
Trimester 2 |
May 1 — Aug 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
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September Intake |
Trimester 3 |
Sep 1 — Dec 31 |
4 |
Anytime |
Q2. In how many installments can I pay the fees?
Payments can be done in 3 installments as specified in the fee structure.
Q3. When can I sit for the exams?
- Internal exams are activated for students individually.
- External exams (where applicable) are booked one month after you complete the course.
Refer to the external examining body for more details and requirements before seating for their exams.
Q4: Is this college accredited/approved?
Yes. The college is approved under the ministry of education, through TVETA, and also through National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
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