NOCN
    Level 2
    QN: 600/7708/6
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    NOCN Level 2 Certificate for Trade Union Representatives (Stage 1)

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 429 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Syllabus Units
    15 Units
    Guided Hours
    429 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Communication Skills for Trade Union Representatives

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to source, read and respond to written trade union materials.
    • Be able to use written skills for different trade union purposes.
    • Be able to take part in trade union discussions on a one to one and group basis.
    • Be able to make a presentation.
    2

    Employment Rights Awareness for Trade Unions

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Know basic employment rights.
    • Understand the role of unions and union representatives in the workplace.
    • Understand ways of taking up employment rights issues.
    3

    Learning Digital with the TUC

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to create an online profile
    • Be able to participate in online course group discussions
    • Be able to use online learning tools
    • Be able to use social media tools
    • Understand the benefits of digital learning for trade unionists
    4

    Learning Online with the TUC

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to create an online profile.
    • Be able to participate in online course group discussions.
    • Be able to use online learning tools.
    • Be able to use social media tools.
    • Understand the benefits of online learning for trade unionists.
    5

    Online Learning for Trade Union Education

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the benefits of online learning for trade unionists.
    • Be able to manage own online trade union learning.
    • Understand the requirements necessary for successful online learning.
    • Understand the collaborative approach to trade union education online learning.
    6

    Recognising and Tackling Discrimination for Trade Union Representatives

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how discrimination occurs.
    • Understand legislative sources and polices for tackling discrimination.
    • Understand ways of tackling discrimination and promoting equality.
    7

    Representing Trade Union Members

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the importance of collective agreements.
    • Know how to involve members in the union.
    • Be able to prepare a case on behalf of a member.
    • Be able to present a case on behalf of a member.
    8

    Trade Union Representatives - Skills

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to interpret discussions and develop a trade union response.
    • Be able to find information.
    • Be able to present information.
    • Know how to identify trade union issues in the workplace.
    • Know how to address issues in the workplace.
    • Be able to work collectively.
    • Be able to report back from workplace discussions.
    • Know how to negotiate in the workplace.
    9

    Understanding Trade Union Organisations

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the key functions of a trade union in the workplace.
    • Understand the role and responsibilities of the trade union representative.
    • Understand own trade union functions.
    • Understand equal opportunity as a trade union issue.
    10

    Union Representatives - Induction

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to demonstrate skills of co-operative and collective working.
    • Be able to find trade union and other related information.
    • Know the key functions of a trade union in the workplace.
    • Be able to create own union contacts list.
    • Know how trade union documents guide union representatives.
    • Know how to organise information in an appropriate way.
    11

    Using ICT for Trade Unionists

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to operate a computer.
    • Be able to organise, store and retrieve trade union information.
    • Know safety and security practices.
    • Know the components of a PC.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/7708/6
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Apr 2013