The trade union representing special needs assistants is calling for clarity on how students with additional needs can access SNA support.
Fórsa says it's looking to engage with Government on how this can be achieved so the students reach their full potential.
Ahead of the Fórsa Education Division conference today, there are also calls for the recommendations contained in the National Access Plan to be implemented.
Fórsa spokesman, Niall Shanahan, says every student should have the best possible chance of progressing to further or higher education.
"I think what we see reflected in some of the conference motions this week is a call for greater investment in order to help overcome any difficulties that have emerged, but also looking ahead to life beyond second level education for children with special education needs, and making sure the path ahead for them is clear no matter what path they want to take in life."
