Level 2 Qualification Guide - OCN Eastern Region

NOCN Level 2 Award in Developing Skills for the Creativeand Cultural Industries (QCF)NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Developing Skills for the Creativeand Cultural Industries (QCF)NOCN Level 2 Diploma in Developing Skills for the Creativeand Cultural Industries (QCF)Progression OpportunitiesNOCN Developing Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries (QCF) suite of qualificationsenables progression to employment, further learning opportunities within employment, or furtherstudy including higher level NOCN qualifications, or to higher-level sector specific qualifications.These qualifications at Level 2 are designed to introduce the knowledge and skills required bythe sector and will equip individuals for employment. The qualifications within the suite can alsobe progressive and cumulative with the credits achieved within the Awards contributing to theCertificate and from there to the Diploma. The qualifications can also provide a stepping stoneto further specific training and skills development through structured training programmes suchas an apprenticeship or Foundation Degree.The qualifications have been developed with mandatory units that encourage the developmentof understanding of the chosen pathway. These qualifications introduce the range ofopportunities the sector offers and guides the learner towards industry-specific subjects in orderfor them to ultimately have the appropriate skills and knowledge required either by employers orto set up their own business.Learners with Particular RequirementsAssessment within the NOCN Developing Skills for the Creative and Cultural Industries suite ofqualifications are designed to be accessible and inclusive. The unit based approach allowsflexibility through enabling learners to achieve the qualification in stages. The assessmentmethodology is appropriate and rigorous for individuals or groups of learners.If you have learners with particular requirements you should refer to the ‘Access to FairAssessment Policy and Procedure’ which can be found in the NOCN Centre Handbook area ofthe NOCN website within the Learning Providers section.This section gives clear guidance on the reasonable adjustments and arrangements that can bemade to take account of disability or learning difficulty without comprising the achievement ofthe assessment criteria.The NOCN Centre Recognition process requires policy statements on Equal Opportunities andDiversity and Disability Discrimination. These policy statements are then checked andconfirmed through the Quality Review and Risk Assessment processes.11