NOCN
Level 2
QN: 600/7709/8
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NOCN Level 2 Diploma for Trade Union Representatives - Employment Law
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
Employment Law and the Individual for Trade Union Representatives
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles relating to contracts of employment.
- Understand the application of the law relating to termination of employment.
- Understand the key legal aspects of discrimination in employment.
- Understand specific legislation affecting employment rights and trade unions.
3
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.
4
Legal Skills for Trade Union Representatives
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the impact of case law on workplace issues.
- Know how to locate and use written legal resources.
- Understand how union representatives might use the law in negotiating.
- Understand the preparation necessary to take a case to Employment Tribunal.
5
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.
6
Trade Union and Collective Rights
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand key aspects of the law concerning trade union organisation and administration.
- Understand the law on recognition rights for trade unions.
- Understand the law on consultation and information rights for trade unions and trade union representatives and members.
- Understand the law on trade unions and industrial action.
- Be able to produce guidelines for trade union bodies on Collective Rights.
7
Trade Unions and the Changing Nature of Law
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the origins and development of employment law and the role of trade unions.
- Understand how the legal system is structured.
- Understand how employment law operates in practice.
- Understand how law is made and developed.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/7709/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NOCN
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Apr 2013