OCN NI
Level 3
QN: 601/3234/6
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 147 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
OCN NI
Syllabus Units
10 Units
Guided Hours
147 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Advisor Immigration and Nationality
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key government policies and legislation governing immigration in the UK.
- Analyse the impact of Brexit on the rights and responsibilities of EEA nationals.
- Evaluate the role of the European Court in immigration matters post-Brexit.
- Compare the rights and entitlements to public funds for different categories of immigrants.
- Identify appropriate signposting and referral options for clients with immigration issues.
- Apply legal and policy knowledge to advise clients on their immigration status and entitlements.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Case Recording
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to record and maintain case notes., Be able to establish priorities for dealing with personal caseload., Be able to provide appropriate and accurate advice., Be able to research information relevant to the client’s situation.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Consumer Law
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the essential elements of a valid contract
- Distinguish between conditions, warranties, and innominate terms
- Apply the provisions of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 to given scenarios
- Evaluate the impact of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 on consumer remedies
- Advise a client on their rights and remedies under consumer law
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Disability Benefits
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the main disability benefits available in the UK.
- Explain the conditions of entitlement for each disability benefit.
- Calculate the weekly amounts for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Attendance Allowance.
- Determine eligibility for Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for children.
- Assess the impact of disability benefits on other income and benefits.
- Apply the rules for Carer's Allowance in relation to disability benefits.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Employment Law
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Distinguish between the different categories of employment status
- Explain the legal tests used to determine employment status
- Identify the key provisions of the Equality Act 2010
- Apply discrimination law to given scenarios
- Evaluate the effectiveness of employment law in protecting workers
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Interview Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate techniques for establishing effective communication with clients.
- Evaluate own practice in conducting interviews, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
- Apply strategies to enable clients to explore their problems and concerns.
- Manage the interview process to ensure it remains focused and client-led.
- Implement appropriate methods for bringing interviews to a close.
- Support clients to identify and evaluate options to meet their needs.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Money Advice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the various causes of debt, including life events, income shocks, and financial mismanagement.
- Evaluate the impact of debt on individuals, including psychological, social, and financial consequences.
- Compare and contrast the range of options available to clients when dealing with debt problems.
- Assess the suitability of different debt solutions based on individual client circumstances.
- Explain the role of money advice services and the principles of good practice in debt advice.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Understanding Personal Independence Payments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the qualifying criteria for a Personal Independence Payment claim.
- Explain the daily living and mobility disability tests used in PIP assessments.
- Identify the components and rates of Personal Independence Payment.
- Outline the application procedure for Personal Independence Payment.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Understanding Universal Credit
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the rules and qualifying criteria for making a Universal Credit claim., Understand how to calculate Universal Credit., Know the procedure to claim Universal Credit.
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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Generalist Advice
Welfare Benefits
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand a range of first line welfare benefits., Know how to apply a range of first line welfare benefits to client circumstances., Know how to calculate a range of first line welfare benefits.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/3234/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- OCN NI
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Jun 2014
- Operational End
- Dec 2030