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)Entry RequirementsThere are no specific formal entry requirements for any of the qualifications within thequalification suite. However, the nature of the qualifications and the units within requires thatsome units have the need of an understanding of other areas before a learner can benefit fromthem. It is therefore the responsibility of the provider to ensure that the individual’s learningprogramme takes this into account. The overarching proviso that the learner must be able tobenefit from the programme applies.Recognition of Prior LearningRecognition of prior learning is an assessment method leading to the award of credit. Theprocess involves considering if a learner can meet the specified assessment requirements for aunit through knowledge, understanding or skills that they possess already as a consequence ofwhich they do not need to undertake a course of learning.Centres are encouraged to recognise the previous achievements and experiences, both formal,for example through accredited units or qualifications in which case such accreditation shouldnot normally be more than 3 years old, or informal, for example through continuous learning.This involves the recognition of achievement from a range of activities that will have beenassessed through any valid method of assessment. When using the process of the recognitionof prior learning, it is essential that the assessment requirements of a specific unit or, moreexceptionally, a qualification have been met. The evidence of learning provided must besufficient, reliable and valid.9