NOCN
    Level 2
    QN: 600/7927/7
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    NOCN Level 2 Diploma for Trade Union Representatives - Contemporary Trade Unionism

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NOCN. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 384 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 2
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Syllabus Units
    7 Units
    Guided Hours
    384 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Communication and Study Skills for Trade Union Representatives

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to make effective use of written trade union materials.
    • Be able to make and take notes for specific trade union purposes.
    • Be able to write effectively for specific trade union purposes.
    • Be able to give a presentation to a group.
    • Be able to work collaboratively in a trade union related activity.
    • Be able to engage in constructive discussion on a trade union related topic.
    2

    Information Communication Technology for Trade Union Representatives

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to use a computer for trade union activity.
    • Be able to use word processing software to create trade union documents.
    • Be able to enter and manipulate trade union information in a database.
    • Be able to use spreadsheets to perform calculations and present information.
    • Be able to analyse ICT development needs and plan to meet those needs.
    3

    Research Project for Trade Union Representatives

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to decide on a trade union research project.
    • Understand different research methods.
    • Be able to plan a trade union research project.
    • Be able to carry out a trade union research project.
    • Be able to report on a trade union research project.
    • Be able to evaluate own learning and performance in preparing, planning and delivering a research project.
    4

    The Development of Trade Unions in Britain

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how and why trade unions developed in Britain.
    • Understand factors which have influenced changes in trade union membership.
    • Understand the changing relationship between trade unions and the State.
    • Understand the achievements of trade unions.
    • Understand the value of history for trade unionists today.
    5

    The Future of Trade Unions

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand different models of trade unionism.
    • Understand the similarities and differences of trade union organisation at European/international level.
    • Understand the challenges facing trade unions in the future.
    • Understand trade union aims for the 21st Century.
    6

    Trade Unions Today

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the relationship between the collective structure of trade unions and bargaining.
    • Understand the application of employment law in regulating industrial relations practices.
    • Understand current economic trends and issues relating to employment.
    • Understand the relationship between European and UK industrial relations policy.
    7

    Working with Figures for Trade Unions

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to solve trade union problems involving numbers.
    • Be able to approximate, estimate and check results.
    • Be able to interpret given statistical information and report for trade union members.
    • Be able to present and interpret secondary data relating to trade union tasks.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    600/7927/7
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    NOCN
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Apr 2013