Training and development to help you deliver OCN accredited provision

As part of our partnership with members, OCNLR offers training to support centres in delivering, assessing, quality assuring and administering OCN accredited provision. This training is particularly relevant:

• when an organisation is preparing to run OCN accredited provision for the first time;
• when new staff become involved in accredited provision;
• where recommendations for staff development have been made by OCNLR quality reviewers;
• when an organisation wishes to pursue Direct Claims Status.

The different training we offer is set out below. Click on each title to find out who the training is designed for, its objectives and content. There are links on each page which tell you when the training is running and how to book.

Participation in OCNLR training can contribute to CPD requirements for members of the Institute for Learning.

Scheduled training

Introduction to Assessment and Portfolio-Building (Half day)
For tutors, 12 sessions a year. Essential for new OCN approved centres.

Introduction to Internal and External Verification (Half day)
For all those concerned with delivering or managing verification, 12 sessions a year. Essential for new OCN approved centres.

Introduction to Learner Registration and Certification (Half day)
For administrative staff and their managers, 12 courses a year. Essential for new OCN approved centres.

NOCN Continuous Professional Development Award for Internal Verifiers (One day)
For experienced verifiers seeking to up-date practice, 6 courses a year

NOCN Internal Verifier Award (Four days plus production of portfolio of evidence)
For verifiers with limited experience seeking to develop their knowledge and skills, 4 courses a year

Designing Effective Assessment Materials
For tutors/course leaders who have an approved course with OCNLR and are ready to plan assessment tasks

Bespoke training

Training can also be provided in-house and tailored to suit the specific requirements of centres and their staff. We can offer training in a range of areas, including:

• Assessment and Building Learner Portfolios
• Internal Verification
• How to write units
• Foundation Learning: Practical Solutions
• Understanding the new Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)

Charges depend on the time and work involved. To discuss your training needs please contact the OCNLR Curriculum Development Manager for your centre.