Diploma in Multi Re/Habilitation of Children with Special Needs (Dip MRSN)
The College of Speech Language and Hearing Sciences (CSLHS) and the Association of Children with Emotional and Learning Problems (ACELP) are partnering to offer a Diploma in Multi-Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs (Dip MRSN). This programme is designed for parents, teachers and therapists working with special needs children in mainstream schools, special schools and rehabilitation centres.Â
The Dip MRSN will teach you how to identify different types of disabilities in children (physical, sensory, emotional and cognitive), as well as how to use effective teaching practices for children with special needs. The curriculum employs adult learning concepts (andragogy) to foster a collaborative learning environment in which participants can share their experiences and expand their understanding of special education.Â
ACELP, Institute of Child Development, Rafiqui Shaheed Road, Karachi.
The duration of the course will be ten months, during which course participants will be expected to study on Saturday, defining this as a part-time program.
For theory classes:
- Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
For practical training, trainees are required to make themselves available on working days.Â
The examination will be conducted jointly by the ACELP and CSLHS-ZIAUDDIN UNIVERSITY.Â
This course is designed for educators (teachers & teacher aides), related school personnel, therapists and parents of children with special needs. The programme equips participants with knowledge and skills to provide holistic care and rehabilitation services to children with a range of disabilities.Â
The course uses a blend of instructional methods:
- Building a strong knowledge base
- Providing practical tools and strategies
- Group activities to enhance learning and collaboration
- Reflection on learning experiencesÂ
Minimum qualification of Intermediate or equivalentÂ
- Rehabilitation support workerÂ
- Work in inclusive or special education settings and rehabilitation centres to support children with learning, behavioural or developmental needs
- Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement individualised learning plans.Â
- Understand the developmental needs and challenges of children with special needs.Â
- Apply basic principles of multidisciplinary rehabilitation and habilitation.Â
- Support children’s functional, educational social, and communication development.Â
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with families.Â
- Apply practical strategies to promote independence and participation.Â
Location:Â
ACELP 197/8 Rafiqui Shaheed Road, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan-75530Â
Phone: 0330-3002839
Email:Â [email protected]
