Open College Network Northern Ireland · RQF Level 3

OCN NI Level 3 Certificate In Progression (QCF)

You don’t just earn this. You learn to use it, one-to-one, on your own real work.

  • LevelRQF Level 3
  • Total credits30
  • Units in this qualification372

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What each unit actually teaches you to do

These are the units Open College Network Northern Ireland registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.

Adapting to Change at WorkReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand that organisations need to respond to change and new directions.(Wt/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Understand that organisations need individuals to take initiative.(Wt/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Demonstrate an awareness of the need to work on personal flexibility.(Wt/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Understand how the ability to respond to new working practices and approaches reflect personal adaptability.(Wt/L2; Ws/L2)
Appreciation of the History of MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate familiarity with and knowledge of a range of musical pieces from Mediaeval to Post-Modern.
  • Develop a personal response to one of the texts.
  • Evaluate their responses to the music.
Aspects of CitizenshipReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities.
  • Understand equal opportunities in relation to current legislation.
  • Understand the main functions of local and national government.
  • Understand the range of public services available in the local community.
Audio SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use audio hardware and software to capture sequences
  • Use audio software tools and techniques to combine and edit sequences
  • Play and present audio sequences
Audio SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use audio hardware and software to capture sequences
  • Use audio software tools and techniques to edit sequences
  • Play and present audio sequences
Baking Bread, Pastry, Cakes and BiscuitsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand which ingredients are used to make bread.(2FPC/05.1 K1, K2)
  • Make bread with and without yeast.
  • Make rich shortcrust and hot watercrust pastry.
  • Understand pastry-making techniques and justify their choice in a healthy diet.(3FPC6/05.01 K11)(2FPC10/05.1 K5, K9)(2FPC11/05.1 K10)
  • Make a selection of fancy biscuits.(3FPC6/05.01 K5)
  • Make a selection of fancy cakes.(3FPC6/05.01 K2, K9)
  • Understand principles of health and safety.(2GEN4/05 K1 - K5)(2GEN3/05 K1 - K10)
  • Evaluate own work.
Building a Personal Career PortfolioReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Assess the potential of these to contribute to future opportunities and goals.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Know and understand how different types of information can be used to evidence learning outcome 1 and 2.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Build a portfolio of information to evidence achievements and qualities.(Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know and understand what needs to be included in a curriculum vitae (CV).(Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2)
  • Identify personal goals and the actions required to achieve thes
Building a Personal Career PortfolioReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise own skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and personal qualities.
  • Assess the potential of these to contribute to future opportunities and goals.
  • Know and understand how different types of information can be used to evidence the above.
  • Build a portfolio of information to evidence the above.
  • Know and understand what needs to be included in a CV.
  • Identify future goals and action needed to achieve these.
  • Understand the value of a portfolio in personal, educational and career development.
Communicating InformationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise a range of methods of communicating information.
  • Understand how to communicate information clearly in a variety of ways for an audience.
Communication in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the lines of communication within own organisation.(42.3; 43.3)
  • Understand the need to communicate effectively with team members.(41.1; 41.2; 41.3)
  • Define tasks for interpretation by others.(39.1; 39.2)
  • Recognise how conflict is dealt within own organisation.(39.3)
Communication in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the lines of communication within own organisation.
  • Understand the need to communicate effectively with others in the workplace.
  • Communicate with others about tasks in the workplace.
  • Understand how conflict is dealt with in own organisation.
Cooking with Meat, Fish and VegetablesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify, prepare and cook a range of meats.(2FC3/05.1 K1)(2FC5/05.1 K2)
  • Identify, prepare and cook a range of fish.(2FP1/05.1 K1, K7, K3)
  • Identify, prepare and cook a range of vegetables.(2FP7/05.1 K1, K2, K5, K7)
  • Understand cooking methods appropriate to meat, fish and vegetable cookery.(2FC3/05.1 K6, K9, K11)(2FC4/05.1 K6-8, K10)(2FC5/05.1 K5, K7, K8, K10, K12)
  • Prepare and present a balanced meal using meat, fish and vegetables.(2FC4/05.1 K12)(2FP1/05.1 K11)(2FP3/05.1 K9)
  • Evaluate own work.
  • Understand principles of health and safety.(2GEN4/05.1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
Creating Alpine Rock GardensReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the growing requirements of alpine plants.(L4.2)
  • Understand the design and construction of a rock garden.(L4.1)
  • Create an alpine trough.(L4.1)
Critical ThinkingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand basic concepts of critical analysis.
  • Understand the application of critical analysis to concepts, ideas and opinions.
Data Management SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system
  • Retrieve and display data records to meet requirements
Data Management SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Enter, edit and maintain data records in a data management system
  • Retrieve and display data records to meet requirements
Database SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Create and modify non-relational database tables
  • Enter, edit and organise structured information in a database
  • Use database software tools to run queries and produce reports
Database SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan, create and modify relational database tables to meet requirements
  • Enter, edit and organise structured information in a database
  • Use database software tools to create, edit and run data queries and produce reports
Demonstrating Landscaping and Ornamental PlantingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the role of plants and planting in horticultural design.
  • Demonstrate the use of containers and growing areas.(L4.1; L4.2)
  • Produce designs.
  • Demonstrate ornamental planting techniques.(L2.2)
  • Maintain a landscaped/planted area.(CU 76.1; CU76.2; L4.2)
Design SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Obtain, insert and combine information for designs
  • Use design software tools to create, manipulate and edit designs
Design SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Obtain, insert and combine information for designs
  • Use design software tools to create, manipulate and edit designs
Desktop Publishing SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications
  • Input and combine text and other information within publications
  • Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications
Desktop Publishing SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Select and use appropriate designs and page layouts for publications
  • Input and combine text and other information within publications
  • Use desktop publishing software techniques to edit and format publications
Developing Musical Ensemble SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Develop ensemble skills on their instrument.
  • Demonstrate a successful, and suitably analytical rehearsal schedule.
  • Demonstrate musical competence.
Developing Brickwork Bonding SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the principles and purpose of bonding.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Demonstrate the ability to construct one brick thick walls in English Bond.(SLc/L2.3)(HD1/L2.1; MSS1/L2.3, L2.5, L2.10; MSS2/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate the ability to construct one brick thick walls in Flemish Bond.(SLc/L2.3)(HD1/L2.1; MSS1/L2.3, L2.5, L2.10; MSS2/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate the ability to produce a right angle quoin in English Bond.(HD1/L2.1; MSS1/L2.3, 2.5, 2.10; MSS2/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate the ability to produce a straight wall with one quoin and one stopped end in Flemish Bond.(HD1/L2.1; MSS1/L2.3, 2.5, 2.10; MSS2/L2.1)
Developing Care Planning Skills for the Care WorkerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the care planning process.(CIS 1.3;HSC 21, 22, 24;KSF HWB2)
  • Contribute to the assessment process.(CIS 1.3, 4.3;HSC 21, 22, 23, 24;KSF HWB6)
  • Understand the role of risk assessment in the care planning process.(CIS 1.3, 1.4; HSC2.3, 2.4;KSF HWB3)
  • Participate in planning the delivery of care.(CIS 1.1, 1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 4.3;HSC 21, 22;KSF HWB5)
  • Understand the implementation of care plans.(CIS 1.1, 1.3, 4.3; HSC 21, 22, 24; KSF HWB4)
  • Evaluate plans and processes.(CIS 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, 4.3;HSC 21, 23, 24;KSF HWB2)
  • Understand the issues around the storage of inform
Developing Communication Skills for BusinessReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Write a business letter.(F12: 9)
  • Use business-telephoning skills.(F12: 9)
  • Take part in a meeting.(F12: 9)
Developing Concert Organisation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand what pre-planning needs to go into the organisation of a concert.
  • Match needs to resources.
  • Plan in detail for performance.
  • Make arrangements for performers and venue.
  • Understand the role of concert facilitator.
  • Appreciate some of the elements that make for a successful concert.
Developing Cooking SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand simple nutritional requirements. Plan and cost suitable meals.
  • Identify and use a variety of ingredients both fresh and convenience.
  • Use a range of simple kitchen equipment and understand the care and maintenance of kitchen equipment, including an electrical appliance, for example, food processor.(1FC1/05, K4, K5, K6)(1FPC/05.1, K7, K8)
  • Use a variety of basic cookery methods such as boiling, frying and grilling and know the most appropriate method.(2FC2/05.1 K4, K6)
  • Develop the confidence to progress to more advanced meals.
  • Understand the importance of health and safety require
Developing Creative Writing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise a variety of litreary styles and genres for different audiences.(Rt/L2.1; Rt/L2.2; SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand how to use and record personal experience, anecdotes, and observations as a source for creative writing.(Wt/L2.4)
  • Understand the importance of structuring and shaping initial ideas through planning and drafting.(Wt/L2.1; Wt/L2.2; Wt/L2.4)
  • Understand the importance of choosing a particular reading audience.(Wt/L2.5)
  • Reflect on own work.(SLr/L2.4)
Developing Creative Writing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the need for clear, structured direction and shape.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of form and genre through creative writing.
  • Understand and use strategies for conveying ideas, mood, plot, narrative and dialogue where appropriate.
  • Understand the importance of adopting a critical and constructive approach when considering the work of others.
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work.
Developing DJing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to safely set up a D.J. rig.
  • Power up and test a rig.
  • Sound check equipment.
  • Use component parts of the rig competently.
  • Create a set.
  • Review.
Developing Decision Making SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise the way in which decisions are made.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the different types of decisions made within groups.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise different decision making styles.(SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Djing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to safely set up a D.J. rig.(S4)
  • Set up turntables.(SLlr/L2)(S4)
  • Sound check equipment.(SLlr/L2)(S5)
  • Create a set.(S24)
  • Review.(SLc/L2)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – Children’s WearReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – Chinese Style Dress or JacketReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – Choli BlouseReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – Contemporary Dress/Jacket/Shirt/Trousers or SkirtReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – KameezReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Garment Construction Skills – Lahnga SkirtReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the design features of the chosen garment.(HD1/L2.1)
  • Make informed design decisions.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Construct or adapt a pattern to a specific design.(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(MSS1/L2.8)
  • Develop skills in specific construction techniques.(SLlr/L2.2)
  • Make the garment.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Review their work.(SLlr/L2.3; SLlr/L2.4)
Developing Good Practice Skills for use in the KitchenReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and use a variety of measuring methods.
  • Understand the importance of health and safety requirements when working in a kitchen.(2GEN4/05.1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
  • Understand and apply the principles of food hygiene.(IFC1/05, K7)
  • Understand and apply the principles of personal hygiene.(2P, C2.2/05, K6)(2P, C2.1/05, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5)
  • Understand and apply correct storage methods for food.(2P, C2.2/05, K7)
  • Understand how to organise and maintain the work area for food preparation.
  • Clear away safely and efficiently.(2P, C2.2/05, K6)
  • Care for equipment correctly.(2P, C2.1/05, K1, K2, K3, K4,
Developing Group and Teamwork Communication SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the roles and responsibilities associated with working in a group.(23.2)
  • Understand how to communicate verbally with group members.(16.1; 16.2)
  • Understand the importance of listening to others within group situations.(16.1; 16.2)
  • Recognise others’ rights to communicate within a group situation.(23.2)
  • Recognise the importance of co-operation when working in group situations.(23.2)
  • Recognise praise and constructive criticism in a variety of contexts.(38.2)
  • Give praise and constructive criticism appropriately.(38.2)
  • Understand relationships within own team.(38.3)
Developing Leadership SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the key characteristics of an effective leader.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the skills involved in being an effective leader.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Developing the relationship of leader and team member.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate the ability to lead.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Leadership SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the key characteristics of an effective leader.
  • Understand the skills involved in being an effective leader.
  • Develop the relationship of leader and team member.
  • Demonstrate the ability to lead.
Developing Multi-track Recording TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan a recording for a small ensemble.
  • Work safely.
  • Understand microphone technique.
  • Understand the recording process.
  • Record an ensemble and review the recording.
Developing Music Skills for Solo PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Develop technical skills on an instrument.
  • Develop good practice routines.
  • Develop an appreciation of music from different periods and styles.
  • Develop an awareness of musical competence and performance.
Developing Music Skills for Solo PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Develop basic technical skills on an instrument.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Develop good practice routines(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Develop an appreciation of music from different periods and styles.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Develop an awareness of musical competence and performance.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
Developing Musical Ensemble SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Develop ensemble skills on their instrument.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Demonstrate a successful rehearsal schedule.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Demonstrate musical competence.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
Developing Negotiation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the difference between negotiation and debate.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise different tactics people use to stall or halt the decision making process.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise constructive and destructive behaviour in times of conflict.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise the strategies required for negotiation.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand differing roles in negotiation situations.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand some basic strategies for successful negotiation and be able to apply them in negotia
Developing Oral Storytelling Skills for PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Research and select stories for oral storytelling.(Rt/L2.1; SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand and use techniques for memorising stories for oral storytelling.(Rt/L2.6; SLc/L2.1)
  • Develop a style of storytelling through rehearsal and reflection.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Perform oral storytelling for an audience.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Reflect on own performance.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.2; SLc/L2.4)
Developing Oral Storytelling Skills for PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Research and select stories for oral storytelling.
  • Plan a programme of stories for performance.
  • Develop a style of storytelling through rehearsal and reflection.
  • Perform oral storytelling for an audience
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.
Developing Own Interpersonal SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Be aware of personal skills and their use.
  • Display awareness of the need for time management.
  • Show understanding of personal need to manage stress.
  • Understand the difference between constructive and destructive criticism.
  • Be aware of confident behaviour in themselves and others.
  • Be aware of body language and understand its application in personal and work related situations.
  • Know the difference between aggressive, passive and assertive behaviour.
Developing Parenting SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Have an awareness of the responsibilities of being a parent.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the rights and needs of different family members.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise the importance of being honest with children and others in the family.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the importance of listening to children and giving them choices.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the major stages of a child’s development and be aware of some of the techniques that may be used to cope with children’s behaviour.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2;
Developing Performance Improvisation TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety measures relating to performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Respond to a range of stimuli and develop ideas for performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Use improvisation as a means of exploration.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Use improvisation to explore material.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Reflect on own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2)
Developing Performance Improvisation TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety measures relating to performance.
  • Use improvisation as a means of exploration.(LP3; PS3)
  • Use improvisation techniques to create a performance, (text, score and/or script).(C3; LP3; PS3)
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.(LP3; PS3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - AdministratorReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - DesignerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - DirectorReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - Marketing/PublicityReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland
You'll enhance their skills in planning and structuring marketing and publicity scripts or texts. The unit focuses on interpreting content, organising realisation, and evaluating performance to achieve effective marketing communications.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move towards a structured and effective realisation of a script or text for marketing/publicity purposes.
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning in the context of marketing/publicity realisation.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate performance and progress in action during marketing/publicity realisation activities.
Developing Performance Planning Skills - PerformerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - Stage ManagerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - TechnicianReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills - Theatre in EducationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Administrator_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Designer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Marketing/Publicity_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Performer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Stage Manager_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Technician_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Planning Skills _Theatre in Education_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to move to a structured and effective realisation of a script/text.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the importance of forecasting and planning.(C3; PS3; WO3)
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluate in action.(C3; LP3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - AdministratorReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2;Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - DesignerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - DirectorReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2;Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - Marketing/PublicityReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland
This unit develops learners' ability to understand and apply key disciplines and techniques for effective marketing and publicity performance realisation. You'll demonstrate practical application and reflect on their performance to enhance skills.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques that are central to effective realisation in a marketing/publicity context.
  • Appreciate and critically reflect upon own performance in relation to marketing/publicity realisation activities.
  • Appreciate the overall realisation process and its contribution to marketing/publicity objectives.
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - PerformerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - Stage ManagerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - TechnicianReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills - Theatre in EducationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Appreciate own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; SLd/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Administrator_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Designer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Director_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Marketing/Publicity_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Performer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Technician_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Performance Realisation Skills _Theatre in Education_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to understand and consciously employ the disciplines and techniques central to effective realisation.(C3; WO3)
  • Appreciate own performance.(C3; LP3; WO3)
  • Appreciate the realisation.(C3; PS3; WO3)
Developing Personal Confidence and Self AwarenessReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Have an understanding of reasons for feeling confident and lacking confidence.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Have an understanding of effective participation in social situations.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Have an understanding of ways to manage stress.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Set personal objectives and plan for personal progression.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Personal Development SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify and recognise their strengths and weaknesses.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Identify and recognise their skills and investigate ways of self-improvement.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Acknowledge and assess their current life situation and relationships.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Develop the ability to make positive decisions.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Set personal objectives and make action plans for self-improvement.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Personal Learning SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the brain.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand how learning takes place.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Show awareness of his/her own learning profile.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Make plans to use the learning to learn skills to aid learning in other subjects.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing Personal Study SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Locate, retrieve and store information efficiently.(OP3)
  • Read and respond to written materials.
  • Produce written materials for specific purposes.
  • Use basic IT applications to enhance own learning.(OP3)
  • Make appropriate personal contributions in individual and group discussions.
Developing Personal Study SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Locate, retrieve and store information efficiently.(Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Rw/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Read and respond to written materials.(Rt/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Produce written materials for specific purposes.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Use basic IT applications to enhance own learning.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Make appropriate personal contributions in individual and group discussions.(SLc/L2; SLd/L2; SLlr/L2)
Developing Plant Propagation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the term ‘propagation’.
  • Understand the use of seed in plant propagation.(CU73.1, 73.2)
  • Propagate plants by cuttings and division.(CU72.1, 72.2)
  • Demonstrate how layering and grafting may propagate plants.(CU72.1, 72.2)
Developing Practical Floristry SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate awareness of the range of design features for a specified project.
  • Make informed design decisions.(FL5.1)
  • Plan and prepare for the construction process.(FL5.1)
  • Produce a floral arrangement.(FL5.2)
  • Review their work.
Developing Presentation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the reasons for making formal presentations and the different types of formal presentation.
  • Reflect on their experiences at making a presentation as either a public speaker or as a member of an audience in order to identify what constitutes good practice.
  • Understand the key issues involved in the preparation and delivery of a formal presentation.
  • Understand the important of using visual images in communication with an audience.
  • Demonstrate techniques for scripting a presentation.
  • Understand the health and safety requirements involved in using equipment for presentations.
  • Carry
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills - AdministratorReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.(SLc/L2.1)(N1/L2.2)
  • Demonstrate ability to evaluation in action.(SLc/L2.4; SLd/L2.1)
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills - PerformerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.(SLc/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate ability to evaluation in action.(SLc/L2.4; SLd/L2.1)
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills - Stage ManagerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS1/L2.10)
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.(SLc/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate ability to evaluation in action.(SLc/L2.4; SLd/L2.1)
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills - TechnicianReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.(SLc/L2.3)(MSS2/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.(SLc/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate ability to evaluation in action.(SLc/L2.4; SLd/L2.1)
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills - Theatre in EducationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.(SLc/L2.1)
  • Demonstrate ability to evaluation in action.(SLc/L2.4; SLd/L2.1)
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Administrator_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Designer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Marketing/Publicity_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Performer_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.,
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.,
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Technician_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Production Rehearsal Process Skills _Theatre in Education_Real unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the range of essential skills necessary for an effective realisation.
  • Demonstrate the discipline and skills essential to an effective rehearsal process.
  • Demonstrate an ability to evaluation in action.
Developing Radio Interview TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand what the purpose of an interview is.(B7b, e, f)
  • Understand who s/he is interviewing.(B7c, d, g, j, 1, 2)
  • Understand how audience affects the interview.(B7g, h, 3, 4)
  • Understand question techniques.(B7g, h)
  • Understand the difference between live and pre-record interviews and studio and location interviews.(B7a, b, d, e)
  • Understand and demonstrate the interview process.(B7a-k, 1-16)
Developing Radio Production SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety measures relating to radio production.(X2a-n, 1-15)
  • Understand the principles of radio transmission and operate equipment for radio broadcast.(B9a-h, 1-8)
  • Prepare and present a broadcast demonstration tape.(B9a-h, 1-8)
  • Understand and apply professional working practice.(B1a-g, 1-9)
  • Understand the importance of co-operation and responsibility for effective outputs when working with others.
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.
Developing Reading StrategiesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Read and understand the purpose of a range of texts.(Rt/L2.1; Rt/L2.2; Rt/L2.4; Rs/L2.1)
  • Read critically to evaluate information and ideas.(Rt/L2.5; Rw/L2.3)
  • Use appropriate reading strategies depending on purpose.(Rt/L2.6)
  • Use organisational features and systems to locate texts and information.(Rt/L2.6)
  • Recognise and understand vocabulary associated with different types of text.(Rw/L2.1; Rw/L2.2; Rt/L2.8)
Developing Rehearsal SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the purpose of rehearsing.(SLc/L2)
  • Plan a rehearsal.(Wt/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Understand and demonstrate good rehearsal technique.(Rt/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Understand and demonstrate how to refine the rehearsal performance of the score / text.(SLc/L2)
  • Understand and demonstrate the importance of interpersonal skills in the context of a rehearsal.(SLc/L2)
  • Review the process and results of the rehearsal.(SLc/L2)
Developing Rehearsal SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan a rehearsal.
  • Understand and demonstrate good rehearsal technique.
  • Understand and demonstrate how to refine the rehearsal performance of the score/text.
  • Understand and demonstrate the importance of interpersonal skills in the context of a rehearsal.
  • Review the process and results of the rehearsal.
  • Understand the purpose of rehearsing.
Developing Research SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand different types of research methods and their uses.
  • Understand how to plan a piece of research.
  • Understand how to report on a piece of research.
  • Understand how to evaluate a piece of research.
Developing Research SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand different types of research methods and their uses.
  • Plan a piece of research.
  • Carry out a piece of research.
  • Report on a piece of research.
  • Evaluate a piece of research.
Developing Skills for Listening to ChildrenReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the value and benefits of listening to children.
  • Actively listen to children.
  • Understand the importance of feelings and needs.
  • Ask questions in an appropriate way.
  • Understand what is meant by the ‘intention of listening’.
Developing Skills in Garden HorticultureReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate awareness of garden / allotment produce.
  • Control weeds.
  • Understand how to grow and care for plants grown from seed.(CU 73.1, 73.2)
  • Understand the basic methods and principles of improving plant yield.
Developing Skills to Provide Personal Care in Care SettingsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know the key principles when offering personal care.(CIS 3.5, 4.2;HSC 24, 218, 234;KSF HWB5)
  • Know how the environment affects eating and drinking.(CIS 1.4, 3.2)
  • Understand the importance of personal hygiene and dignity needs during eating and drinking.(CIS 1.1, 1.3;HSC 27, 214;KSF HWB4, HWB5)
  • Understand the importance of providing support with personal care.(CIS 1.1, 4.3;HSC 24, 27, 214, 216, 218;KSF HWB4)
  • Understand the importance of supporting an individual to care for their personal appearance.(CIS 1.1, 4.3;HSC 24, 218, 234;KSF HWB4)
  • Understand the issues associated with personal
Developing Song Writing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand song styles in popular music.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Understand form in popular music.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Understand subject matter in popular music.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Understand the use of lyrical devices in popular music.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Understand the use of compositional devices.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
  • Compose a popular music song.
Developing Song Writing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand song styles in popular music.
  • Understand form in popular music.
  • Understand subject matter in popular music.
  • Understand the use of lyrics devices in popular music.
  • Understand the use of compositional devices.
  • Compose a popular music song.
Developing Sound and Audio Production SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety measures relating to sound and audio production.(X2 a,c,12,13)
  • Develop manipulative skills and technical appreciation in sound and audio production.(S23b,f,g,10)
  • Use technical skills to develop ideas for production.(S30/32)
  • Appreciate professional working methods.(X1 a-n)
  • Work within a group situation.(X1 1-12)
  • Reflect on own work.(X1 2,8,11,13,15)
Developing Sound and Audio Production SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety procedures relating to sound and audio production.(X2a, c, 12, 13)
  • Develop manipulative skills and technical appreciation in sound and audio production.(S23b, f, g, 10)
  • Use technical skills to develop ideas for production.(S30; S32)
  • Understand and apply current professional working practice.(F4a, b, c, g, h, 4, 11-14; X1a-l, 8, 13, 14, 25)
  • Understand the importance of co-operation and responsibility for effective outputs when working with others.(X1a-l, 8, 13, 14, 25)
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.(F4a-h, 12-17
Developing Studio Mixing TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand mixing.(S22a-I, 13, 17, 19)
  • Understand and demonstrate use of a mixing console.(S22 1 -11)
  • Understand and demonstrate mixing technique.(S22 16, 17, 18, 20)
  • Understand and demonstrate how to achieve a pleasing mix.(S22 19, 20)
Developing Studio Post Production TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand post-production.(S30a-f; S31a-f)
  • Understand and demonstrate post-production techniques.(S30k; S31r)
  • Understand and demonstrate post-production interpretation.(S30a-p; S31a-k)
  • Understand preparation, compilation and burning.(S30 1-13; S31 1-14)
Developing Technical Skills for Performance in the ArtsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety measures relating to performance.
  • Contribute to the process of creating a performance (drama, music and/or dance).
  • Develop technical skills required for performance through rehearsal.
  • Contribute to performance.
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.
Developing Technical Skills for Performance in the ArtsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety measures relating to performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Contribute to the process of creating a performance (drama, music, dance).(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Develop technical skills required for performance through rehearsal.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Contribute to performance.
  • Reflect on own performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
Developing Techniques of Live Sound EngineeringReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and demonstrate optimal signal to noise ratio.
  • Maintain a 'pleasing' mix.
  • Maintain contact with stage.
  • Power down rig.
  • Maintain and store equipment.
Developing Video and Film Production SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety procedures relating to video/film production.(X2)
  • Develop manipulative skills and technical appreciation in video/film production.(P45)
  • Use technical skills to develop ideas for production from pre-production through to post-production.(P7; P45)
  • Understand the importance of co-operation and responsibility for effective outputs when working with others.(X1)
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own performance and that of others.
Developing Woodwork Jointing SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show familiarity with common joints in construction.(VR 12.5)
  • Make different types of joints.(VR 12.5)
  • Select appropriate joints.(VR 12.5)
Developing a Personal Exercise ProgrammeReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of exercise.(SLc/L2; Ws/L2; Wt/2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Demonstrate an understanding of basic anatomy and physiology.(SLc/L2; Ws/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Demonstrate an understanding of exercise related health and safety factors.(SLc/L2; Ws/L2; Wt/c2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Plan a safe and effective fitness session that can be done at home.(Wt/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Plan, monitor and evaluate a safe and effective personal exercise programme for a selected individual.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Developing an Understanding of Music HarmonyReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise and identify chords.
  • Harmonise in a style.
  • Use extended harmonies.
  • Evaluate.
Developing own Interpersonal SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Be aware of personal skills and their use.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Display awareness of the need for time management.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; WwL2)
  • Show understanding of personal need to manage stress.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the difference between constructive and destructive criticism.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Be aware of confident behaviour in themselves and others.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Be aware of body language and understand its application.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know the difference between aggressive, p
Exploring Computers to Support Family LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know how computers can be used to support family learning.(OP2; SBS2)
  • Know about different kinds of software, which can be used to support family learning.(OP2; SBS2)
  • Know about other equipment that can be used with computers.
  • Know that the internet can be used as a resource to support family learning.
  • Know how e-mail can be used for communication to support family learning.
  • Review and record learning.
Health and Safety Awareness in a Working EnvironmentReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the key elements of Health and Safety Policy at work.
  • Understand where potential hazards can occur in the workplace.
  • Maintain a safe environment in the workplace.
  • Understand the individual’s responsibility for Health and Safety at work.
  • Understand the procedures for fire prevention and evacuation.
  • Understand the purpose of risk assessment.
Healthy LivingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand why personal fitness is important.(SLlr/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Recognise the role that exercise plays in a healthy life style.(SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)(HD/L2.1, 2.2)
  • Understand the role of a balanced diet in promoting good health.(SLc/L2.3; Wt/L2.3)
  • Understand the importance of personal hygiene and good grooming.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand and consider the basic issues of sex education and contraception.(SLc/L2.3; Wt/L2.2; Wt/L2.3; SLd/L2.4)
  • Take responsibility for their health and life style through action planning for the future.(SLc/L2.2; SLc/L2.4)
IT Communication FundamentalsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Select and use a variety of sources of information to meet needs
  • Access, search for, select and use Internet-based information and evaluate its fitness for purpose
  • Select and use IT to communicate and exchange information safely, responsibly and effectively
IT Software FundamentalsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Select and use appropriate software applications to meet needs and solve problems
  • Enter, develop, combine and format different types of information to suit its meaning and purpose
  • Present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience
  • Evaluate the selection and use of IT tools and facilities to present information
Identifying Types of Timber Used for ConstructionReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show familiarity with a range of soft and hard woods.
  • Understand environmental concerns about timber.
  • Know advantages, disadvantages and properties of softwoods and hardwoods.(VR 12.1; VR 12.3)
  • Select timber in a shop.(VR 12.3)
  • Identify a range of manufactured boards.
  • Know advantages, disadvantages and properties of manufactured boards.
  • Select manufactured boards in a shop.
Identifying and Using Grains, Pulses and Dairy Produce in CookingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the nutritive value of grains, pulses and dairy products.(2FPC4/05.01 K10; 2FPC6/05.1 K10)(2FPC13/05.1 K1, K3, K5, K7)
  • Identify and use different types of rice.
  • Identify and use different types of pulses.(2FPC6/05.1 K1, K5)(2FPC12/05.1 K2)
  • Make pasta.(2FPC5/05.1 K6)(2FPC5/05.1 K2, K5, K6, K8)
  • Identify other grains commonly encountered.
  • Identify and use the main dairy foods (including eggs) used in cookery.
  • Evaluate own work.
  • Understand principles of health and safety.(2GEN4/05 K1 - K5)(2GEN3/05 K1 - K10)
Imaging SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Obtain, insert and combine information for images, Use imaging software tools to create, manipulate and edit images
Imaging SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Obtain, insert and combine information for images
  • Use imaging software tools to create, manipulate and edit images
Improving Assertiveness and Decision Making SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Present opinions with confidence and assertiveness.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Make decisions and choices about him/herself with confidence and be able to justify them.(SLc/L2; SLd/L2; SLlr/L2)
  • Recognise the right and responsibilities of self and others in decision making.(SLc/L2)
  • Understand how to negotiate to achieve a desired outcome.(SLc/L2; SLlr/L2; SLd/L2)
  • Recognise the implications and benefits of assertiveness.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Improving Own Learning and PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show an awareness of different ways of learning which reflect his/her likes and dislikes.
  • Use his/her own strengths, aptitudes and skills to determine realistic learning target(s).
  • Make decisions about how to achieve learning targets
  • Review performance against own learning targets.
Improving Own Learning and PerformanceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show an awareness of different ways of learning which reflects his/her likes and dislikes.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Use his/her own strengths, aptitudes and skills to determine realistic learning targets.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Make decisions about how to achieve learning targets.(Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Review performance.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rs/L2)
Improving Punctuation and Grammar SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use punctuation to aid understanding.(Ws/L2.1; Ws/L2.4)
  • Use grammar correctly.(Ws/L2.1; Ws/L2.2; Ws/L2.3)
Improving Spelling SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Locate correct spellings.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Understand own spelling strengths and weaknesses.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Maintain a personal spelling programme over a time-span.(Ww/L2.1)
Improving Team Building SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the role and characteristics of a successful team leader.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Review leadership skills and preferred style.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand team roles and the importance of mixed personalities.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Set clear objectives for the team.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Communicate objectives to the team.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Introduction to Alcohol Awareness for the IndividualReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know about differences in unit strengths.(AD.1)(SLc/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Be aware of possible causes of alcohol misuse.(AD1.1)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Understand some of the psychological effects of alcohol misuse.(AA1.1; K7)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Be aware of the effects that alcohol use may have on others.(AD1.1; K7)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Understand some of the health issues associated with alcohol misuse.(AD1.1)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Understand the effects of withdrawing from alcohol.(AD1.1; K24)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ww/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2)
  • Know some
Introduction to Composing MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise the use of musical devices in composition.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Develop compositional ideas.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Compose a piece of music.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Understand the compositional process.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3; SLc/L2.4)
Introduction to Composing MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise the use of musical devices in composition.
  • Develop a series of compositional ideas.
  • Compose a piece of music.
  • Understand the compositional process.
Introduction to Conducting MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to prepare a score.
  • Understand musical terminology within the score.
  • Understand how to use conducting techniques.
  • Evaluate the work.
Introduction to Drug AwarenessReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know the differences between some types of drugs, including their legal status.(AD1.1)
  • Be aware of some of the causes of drug misuse.(AD1.1)
  • Know some of the physical and psychological effects of drug misuse.(AA1.1)
  • Understand the implications of drug misuse on others.(AD1.1; K7)
  • Understand some of the health issues associated with drug misuse.(AD1.1)
  • Know the effects of withdrawing from drugs.(AD1.1; K24)
  • Know some of the agencies offering help and information on drug misuse.(AA1.2)
Introduction to MentoringReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand what is meant by ‘mentoring’.
  • Understand the need to respect individuality and difference within the mentoring relationship.
Investigating a CareerReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Research and assess a career option in relation to self.
  • Understand the way in which topical issues and their presentation in the media affect perceptions of different careers and work sectors.
  • Understand issues relating to standards or regulations in a career sector.
Learning from VolunteeringReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify personal goals for volunteering.
  • Understand how to find and obtain voluntary work within the community.
  • Understand the personal benefit of undertaking voluntary work.
  • Understand the transferability of skills and experience gained through volunteering.
Life Processes and Living ThingsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the nature of biological science.
  • Have an understanding of animal, plant and bacterial cells.
  • Understand inheritance.
  • Understand how organisms interact with the environment and each other.
  • Understand the structure and function of a key plant system.
  • Understand the structure and function of a key animal system.
Maintaining Sexual HealthReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Be aware of common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
  • Understand what individuals can do to reduce the risk of transmitting or contracting STIs.
  • Understand the issues surrounding disclosure of HIV status in relation to safer sex negotiation.
Making Choices in Pursuit of Personal GoalsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate understanding of self in current situation.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Make use of information resources to identify a range of opportunities.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Demonstrate familiarity with setting personal goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Show awareness of the practical implications of pursuing personal goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Make plans to achieve personal goals.
Making and Using Story Sacks for Family LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify the purpose and content of story sacks.
  • Produce a story sack and contents.
  • Use a story sack effectively.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.4)
  • Encourage reading for meaning and comprehension.(SLcL2.2; SLd/L2.2)
  • Use the prompt card to develop litreacy skills.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of sequencing skills and open questioning. (SLc/L2.4)
  • Identify language opportunities presented by using games as a component of story sacks.
  • Evaluate the use of the story sack.
Managing Your Own LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate familiarity with learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals.
  • Show awareness of opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals.
  • Plan a programme to achieve learning goals.
  • Show understanding of the learning environment.
  • Follow the learning programme and review progress as a learner.
  • Review plan to achieve personal goals
Managing Your Own LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate familiarity with learning goals with reference to own skills, interests and other personal goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Show awareness of opportunities and practical issues involved in pursuing learning goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Plan a programme to achieve learning goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Show understanding of the learning environment.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Follow the learning programme and review progress as a learner.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2; Rw/L2)
  • Review plan to achieve personal goals.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L
Materials and their PropertiesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the nature of chemistry and the main types of chemical reaction.
  • Understand atomic structure and bonding.
  • Have an understanding of the periodic table.
  • Understand rates of reaction.
Mentoring PracticeReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use mentoring skills and demonstrate good practice.
  • Understand how to review and assess own practice as a mentor.
Mentoring SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the stages of the ‘mentoring’ relationship.
  • Understand a range of techniques to make mentees feel comfortable and at ease.
  • Understand the boundaries of a mentoring relationship.
  • Understand when and to whom referrals should be made.
Multimedia SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet needs
  • Obtain, input and combine content to build multimedia outcomes
  • Use multimedia software tools to edit and format multimedia content to meet requirements
  • Play and present multimedia outcomes
Multimedia SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan the content and organisation of multimedia products to meet needs
  • Obtain, input and combine content to build multimedia outcomes
  • Use tools and techniques to build and edit multimedia content
  • Play and present multimedia outcomes
Numeracy in Context – Planning a Mathematical ProjectReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify and agree a substantial mathematical project in practical context.(SLc/L2)
  • Plan the project.(SLc/L2)
  • Implement the plan.(HD1/L2)
  • Interpret the results.(SLc/L2)
  • Draw conclusions.(Wt/L2; Rs/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Participating on Public Sector BoardsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of Public Sector Bodies.
  • Be aware of the process for the appointment of Board members to a Public Sector Body.
  • Recognise the key functions and procedures of Board meetings.
  • Understand the importance of financial management.
Performing Irish Traditional Dance MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show commitment to practice.
  • Develop technical skills.
  • Develop a wide repertoire.
  • Understand variations in regional style.
  • Understand performance variation across time.
  • Understand how to perform.
  • Understand the session.
Performing Irish Traditional Dance MusicReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Show commitment to practice.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Develop technical skills.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Develop a wide repertoire.
  • Understand variations in regional style.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand performance variation across time.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand how to perform.
  • Understand the session.(SLc/L2.1; SLc/L2.3)
Performing Physical TheatreReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate an understanding of health and safety measures relating to physical theatre.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Engage safely in physical theatre.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Demonstrate basic movements for physical theatre.
  • Choreograph simple physical performance sequences.
  • Reflect on own performance.(SLc/L2.1; SLr/L2.4)
Performing Physical TheatreReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand and apply health and safety measures relating to physical theatre.
  • Demonstrate trust and co-operation in physical theatre performance.
  • Demonstrate physical creativity, characterisation, communication and movement through physical theatre performance.
  • Demonstrate use of memory and production of sound effects to support physical theatre work.
  • Develop critical abilities in relation to own work and that of others.
Personal Budgeting and Managing MoneyReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand what is meant by income and expenditure.
  • Understand the issues of coping on a limited budget.
  • Undertake financial transactions.
  • Understand key financial information on everyday documents.
  • Understand what saving means.
  • Produce a budget plan.
Personal Career PlanningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand own strengths, qualities, skills and abilities.
  • Understand relevant sources of information, advice and guidance in relation to career planning.
  • Understand how own abilities relate to potential learning and career opportunities.
  • Plan for transition to the next stage of education, training or work.
Personal Career PlanningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand own strengths, qualities, skills and abilities.
  • Understand relevant sources of information, advice and guidance in relation to career management.
  • Know how own abilities relate to own preferred learning and career opportunities.
  • Plan for transition to the next stage of education, training or work.
Personal Career PreparationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand his/her strengths, qualities, skills and abilities.
  • Investigate and understand relevant sources of information, advice and guidance in relation to career preparation.
Personal Career PreparationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand his/her strengths, qualities, skills, abilities and how they are transferable.(SLlr/L2; SLc/L2)
  • Investigate and understand relevant sources of information, advice and guidance in relation to career planning.(Rt/L2; SLc/L2)
Physical ProcessesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the nature of physics and energy transfer.
  • Understand electricity.
  • Understand forces and motion.
  • Understand waves.
  • Understand the nature of radioactivity.
Plan and Cook for a Healthy LifestyleReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know major food groups and their functions.
  • Understand the different dietary needs of specific groups of people.
  • Apply dietary knowledge in menu planning.
  • Provide nutritious healthy meals.
Plastering TechniquesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know about tools and equipment used in plastering.
  • Know about materials used in plastering.
  • Mix plaster.
  • Know about backgrounds that receive plaster.
  • Understand how to prepare for plastering.
  • Prepare for plastering.
  • Know about floating techniques.
  • Use floating techniques.
  • Review own work.
Play for Early LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of creativity and imagination in the development of a child.
  • Understand the role and importance of games with rules in the development of the child.
  • Organise a cooking activity for children.
  • Understand the role of creative activities in enhancing children’s learning and development.
  • Understand the importance of books and stories in relation to children’s learning and development.
  • Understand the importance of talking and listening activities in relation to children’s learning and development.
Practical Presentation SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the skills involved in preparing and delivering presentations.
  • Use different visual aids and delivery styles in presentations.
  • Plan a presentation.
  • Deliver a presentation.
  • Understand how to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
Preparation for a Recruitment InterviewReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the importance of being prepared for a recruitment interview.
  • Understand the type of questions that may be used at a recruitment interview.
  • Understand how to recognise and respond to different types of interviewer questions.
  • Assess own performance in a recruitment interview.
Preparing for WorkReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify career or work options.
  • Understand the requirements for a work or training opportunity.
  • Complete applications for work or training.
  • Present him/herself at an interview.
  • Plan his/her own career path.
Presentation SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
  • Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slide sequences
  • Prepare slideshow for presentation
Presentation SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides
  • Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format presentations
  • Prepare interactive slideshow for presentation
Problem Solving SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know factors that might influence possible solutions to particular problems.
  • Use evidence to assist problem solving.
  • Apply problem solving processes.
Problem Solving SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know factors that might influence potential solutions to a given problem.
  • Use evidence to assist problem solving.
  • Propose a response to a given problem.
Problem Solving in the WorkplaceReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how different factors might influence problem solving in the workplace.
  • Demonstrate the ability to solve problems.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply solutions to the problems.
  • Demonstrate the ability to make appropriate decisions in the workplace.
Recognising Employment OpportunitiesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand different types of work.(Wt/L2)
  • Understand the concept of the labour market.(Wt/L2)
Recognising Employment OpportunitiesReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate different types of work.
  • Appreciate the concept of the labour market.
Recognising Issues of Substance MisuseReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Know the differences between legal and illegal substances.(AA1.1)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; RS/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the impact of the use and misuse of substances.(AA1.1)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; RS/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know some sources of help/support available relating to misuse of substances.(AA1.1; AA1.2)(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; RS/L2; Ws/L2; Ww/L2)
Recognising and Dealing with BullyingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the terms bullying and victim.
  • Recognise the effects of bullying.
  • Recognise strategies for dealing with bullying.
  • Know where to access help and support.
Setting up a PA SystemReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Cable up and strike a PA rig.(S5, 6, 8, 9)
  • Power up and run tests on rig.(S5 1-4)
  • Recognise and remedy common faults on a PA system.(S5 11)
  • Understand and abide by current health and safety legislation.(S5 d, f, i, 1, 2, 14, 15)
Sex and Relationships EducationReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand a range of relationships, family lifestyles and sexuality, including an awareness of culture and individual differences.(SLlr/L2.1; SLc/L2.1; SLd/L2.1)
  • Understand the qualities and attributes that help form individuals’ positive consensual relationships.(SLc/L2.3)
  • Understand that individuals have rights and responsibilities within a relationship.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Be aware of the law in relation to sex and sexuality.(SLc/L2.4)
  • Understand how the body works in relation to sexual activity.
  • Understand the range and purpose of male and female
Sound Checking a BandReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Cable up and strike a band.(S12 1, 2, 3, 9)
  • Sound check instruments.(S12 4-9,11)
  • Work to technical requirements.(S12 7, 10, 12, 13)
  • Create a balanced 'pleasing' mix for whole band.(S12 8, 9, 11)
Speaking and Listening SkillsReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Communicate with others.
  • Present information to others.
  • Obtain information from others.
  • Engage in discussion.
Spreadsheet SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data
  • Select and use appropriate formulas and data analysis tools to meet requirements
  • Select and use tools and techniques to present and format spreadsheet information
Spreadsheet SoftwareReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data
  • Select and use appropriate formulas and data analysis tools and techniques to meet requirements
  • Use tools and techniques to present, and format and publish spreadsheet information
Supporting Your Children in Family LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Appreciate the importance of shared learning and its contribution to raising the achievement of their child.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know about ways in which members of different generations can support each other’s learning.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know a variety of ways in which they can help their child with litreacy and numeracy skills.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Know the different roles and responsibilities of family members/carers and teachers in supporting children’s learning.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2;
Supporting Your Children’s Literacy and Numeracy Development through Family LearningReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Recognise that there are opportunities at home and in the community to support litreacy and numeracy.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the importance of planning practical activities to support litreacy and numeracy skills.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Recognise the importance of building on past experience when tackling new learning.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
  • Understand the importance of recording progress to support particular curriculum areas.(SLc/L2; Wt/L2; Ws/L2; Rs/L2; Ww/L2)
Supporting a Child with ReadingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand the different approaches and methods that can be used to teach reading.
  • Understand the problems a child may face when learning to read.
  • Understand how a parent/carer can support their child’s reading.
  • Create appropriate reading support materials.
  • Understand that children learn in different ways.
Supporting a Child with WritingReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how children are taught to write.
  • Understand the various stages involved in learning to write.
  • Understand the problems that can occur when a child is learning to spell.
  • Design suitable material to help a child learn to write.
Taking Part in Sport for Personal ImprovementReal unit · Open College Network Northern Ireland

What you'll be able to do

  • Take up and participate in a sporting activity.
  • Recognise the physical and emotional benefits of sport.(D43 K11)
  • Understand the rules and/or tactics of the sporting activity.
  • Understand the importance of physical preparation prior to practical sessions.(D43 K11, K12, K13, K25, K26, K27)
  • Recognise personal strengths and weaknesses and work on improving performance.(D416 K3, K4, K5, K6, K10, K11, K12)
  • Understand the health and safety rules relating to sport.(D43 K5, K7)

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The honest bit

You’ve started things before

Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.

There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.

And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.

Your passport

Every credit is a stamp you keep

Level 3 credits are regulated. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you’ve earned and what’s next.

Adapting to Change at WorkAppreciation of the History of MusicAspects of CitizenshipAudio SoftwareAudio SoftwareBaking Bread, Pastry, Cakes and BiscuitsBuilding a Personal Career PortfolioBuilding a Personal Career Portfolio

Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.

Who’d teach you this

The Evidence Evaluator

Assessor

Helps you show what you can actually do, gathering the evidence that proves it as you learn.

Meet all twelve tutors

Where this connects

Where these credits take you

A qualification is never a dead end here. See the jobs its credits open, the national occupational standards its units map to, and the future skills they quietly build.

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OCN NI Level 3 Certificate In Progression (QCF)
  • Cast performers to realise the creative idea
  • Comply with broadcast regulation on privacy
  • Contribute to the effectiveness of investigation teams
  • Copy, Edit and Produce Compilations of Recorded Technical Support Product
  • Create designs for broadcast and media systems
  • Deliver finished sound to image
  • Develop and agree care management plans with individuals diagnosed with long term conditions
  • Develop care plans with children and young people
This is your Mind Palace on learn.zavmo.ai. Every skill above comes from this role's own record, not an example borrowed from another job. A node lights up when you evidence it, and what you build stays yours between jobs. That is the part a course cannot do.

Where this can lead

Health and Safety Assistant

Your journey in health and safety can take many exciting turns. Starting as a Health and Safety Assistant here gives you a fantastic foundation, building practical skills and a deep understanding of what it takes to keep people safe. We're committed to helping you grow, whether that's into leadership, a specialist role, or even across different sectors. Your future in safety is bright, and we'd love for you to build it with us.

See the whole journey →

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Skills it covers

What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.

Cast performers to realise the creative ideaComply with broadcast regulation on privacyContribute to the effectiveness of investigation teamsCopy, Edit and Produce Compilations of Recorded Technical Support ProductCreate designs for broadcast and media systemsDeliver finished sound to imageDevelop and agree care management plans with individuals diagnosed with long term conditionsDevelop care plans with children and young peopleDevelop your awareness of copyright and how copyright can be used to generate income in a music business environmentEnsure confidentiality whilst maintaining good practice in child protectionEnsure confidentiality whilst maintaining good practice in child protectionEnsure the effective functioning of the voluntary or community organisation’s Board of TrusteesEvaluate and report on the application of research and development findings within practiceEvaluate designs for broadcast and media systemsIdentify the requirements of clients for broadcast and media systemsInterpret production information to plan grip activityMaintain and develop own technical and operational skills and knowledge in broadcast engineeringManage Intellectual Property Rights+13 more

How you’ll actually learn this

One-to-one, on your own real work

A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.

One-to-one, on your real workNo lectures, no past-papers. Every unit is practised on the actual tasks your job throws at you, a tutor beside you, not a video in front of you.
Taught to the top, not the testMost courses stop at remembering. Your companion keeps climbing: analysing, judging, creating. That’s the part a machine can’t do for you.
Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
Adapting to Change at WorkLevel 3

Applied to your work in any of these jobs

How the thinking builds
  1. Remember
  2. Understand
  3. Apply
  4. Analyse
  5. Evaluate
  6. Create
An illustration of a Zavmo lesson, built from this role’s own route. The unit, its objective and every criterion above are the awarding body’s own words, not an example.
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Built for OCN NI Level 3 Certificate In Progression (QCF)

167 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by Open College Network Northern Ireland.

  1. Adapting to Change at Work
  2. Appreciation of the History of Music
  3. Aspects of Citizenship
  4. Audio Software
  5. Baking Bread, Pastry, Cakes and Biscuits
  6. Building a Personal Career Portfolio

and 161 more in the full unit list below.

These are the real units of this credential, in its own order. Nothing here is marked done, because this plan has not been started by anyone yet. Yours would fill in as you go.

One to one, not one to many

No two people run this the same way

A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.

  1. Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
  2. What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
  3. The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
  4. How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
  5. Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.

See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.

Why it sticks

Most courses stop at remembering

There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.

  1. 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
  2. 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
  3. 4AnalyseThe Analyst
  4. 3ApplyThe Coach
  5. 2UnderstandThe Connector
  6. 1RememberThe Builder

Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you

Why this matters: AI can already remember and understand for you. What it can’t do is take your real problem and judge the right call. So the only learning worth paying for is the learning that takes you to the top. That’s exactly what a tutor doing it with you, on your real work, is for.

The value

Why the companion is worth £70 a month

You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.

That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.

Earned on your own work, taught to the top.

Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.

Build my plan, free

No card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.