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Cert in Training and Development ONLINE - QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award - Spring 2025



Cert in Training and Development ONLINE - QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award - Spring 2025 is a course run by Open Training College, Dublin. It is a Online Learning course with a duration of 12 Weeks. Cert in Training and Development ONLINE - QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award - Spring 2025 gives a Course Qualification of Award / Certificate, awarded by QQI. For more information about Cert in Training and Development ONLINE - QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award - Spring 2025 at Open Training College, please review the details below.

  • The next course commencement:  Spring, 2025
  • Application Deadline: Contact the College

This Training and Development Award is the nationally approved Level 6 QQI professional qualification for new and experienced trainers. The twelve week programme provides participants with the tools to identify training needs and design, plan, deliver and evaluate quality and engaging training. The course is aimed at qualified practitioners who wish to pursue a career as a trainer.

The course is aimed at individuals already involved in designing and delivering training as part of a project; and team leaders, supervisors and managers required to plan, delivery and/or evaluate training in their workplace. The certificate will provide you with the knowledge and skills to deliver good quality training. During it you will:

◾Develop and enhance your skills as a trainer

◾Provide you with the ‘Essential Trainer Toolkit’ that will enable you to confidently identify training needs and design, plan, deliver and evaluate quality and engaging training interventions

◾Help you understand your role with regard to best practice in adult education, group work, legislation, equality and diversity issues

◾Provide you with a nationally recognised accredited training qualification.

The course uses a blended approach which combines online learning, virtual tutorials and face to face webinars.

Our online learning materials are designed to accommodate the pressures that come with trying to balance work, life and learning. They make it possible to build study time around your work schedule. These are accessible through our learning centre which provides a platform for you to study, collaborate and communicate with your fellow learners. Regular online tutorials will expand your knowledge of the topic and answer any questions you have as you study.

Each workshop focuses on extending your understanding of the subject matter and helping you apply it in your working practice. The workshops will be led by a subject matter expert who also has extensive experience in providing coaching/training to people working in the human services and non-profit sector. Discussion, collaboration and the sharing of experiences are actively encouraged.

Programme Outline: The Training and Development Special Purpose Award (6S3372) consists of two modules: Training Needs Identification and Design (6N3325) and Training Delivery and Evaluation (6N3326) The learning outcomes associated with this award are outlined in the associated Component Specifications.

Module 1Training Needs Identification and Design (15 credits) QQI /FET Level 6 Component Certificate (6N3325) Programme Content: (2-day workshop)

◾Context of Training and Development and the factors that impact on its role and implementation in the workplace

◾Training Needs Analysis – ‘the how to guide’

◾How to design effective Training Plans based on identified needs

Module 2Training Delivery and Evaluation (15 credits) QQI /FET Level 6 Component Certificate (6N3326) Programme Content: (3-day workshop)

  • The role and essential competencies of a Trainer Role
  • Best practice in Adult Training and Education
  • Training and Delivery in Practice – creating engaging and constructive learning environments
  • Equality, diversity and disability in the context of current legislation
  • Integrating Evaluation into the Training Cycle – ‘the how to guide’ Assessment

Successful completion of the Award is dependent on completing the following assessments:

For Training Needs Identification and Design you are required to:

  • Write two assessments on the theory and concepts underpinning Training Needs Identification and Design
  • Conduct a Training Needs Analysis
  • Design a Programme and Lesson Plan

For Training Delivery and Evaluation you are required to:

  • Demonstrate your delivery skills
  • Evaluate a training programme of your own design

This may sound daunting but it is important to understand the kind of supports we offer our students.

Already hold a Train the Trainer (E30179) qualification earned within the last 5 years?

You can upgrade to this QQI Level 6 Special Purpose Award when you successfully complete the module: Training Needs Identification and Design, with the OTC.

 

Duration

The course runs for 12 weeks.

 

Location

Online

Application deadline

Date to be decided. Apply or express your interest now via the OTC’s  Online Application Centre

Booking a Place

Apply via the OTC Online Application Centre at opentrainingcollege.com.

Course Fee

The course costs €740 to attend (or €399 per module).

To find out more about the course, or to apply contact Conor on 086-0756580 or by email at cmurray@opentrainingcollege.com or make an enquiry via our website www.opentrainingcollege.com.

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Training ProviderOpen Training College
Course LocationDublin
Location PostcodeDublin 9
Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationAward / Certificate
Awarding BodyQQI
Awarding Body DetailsTraining and Development Special Purpose Award
Course Start Date19/02/2025
Course End Date30/05/2025
Course Duration12 Weeks
Course TimeModule 1 -  Training Needs Identification and Design: Module 1 commences online: Friday, Date TBD Online Workshop 1 (Module 1): Monday, Date TBD Online Workshop 2 (Module 1): Monday, Date TBD Module 1 Assignment Submission Date: Friday, Date TBD Module 2 - Training Delivery and Evaluation: Module 2 commences Online with the first of 2 workshops: Online Workshop 1 (Module 2): Monday, April 22nd, 2024 Online Workshop 2 (Module 2): Monday, April 29th, 2024 Student Online Presentations Assessments: Provisional date: Monday, May 20th, 2024 Final Assignment Submission Date: Friday, May 31st, 2024. Workshops with comfort and lunch breaks will run from 9.30am to 3.30pm.
Course Fee740 or 399 per module
Entry RequirementsBe 23 years of age at time of application OR have successfully completed the Leaving Certificate/QQI/FET Level 5 Certificate. International applicants must provide documentary evidence of proficiency in English.
Carear PathThe special purpose award is aimed at qualified practitioners who wish to pursue a career as a trainer, individuals already involved in designing and delivering training as part of a community development project; and team leaders, supervisors and managers required to plan, deliver and/or evaluate training in their workplace. The qualification enhances any CV where you may want to go into management, training or develop your human resource skills.
Phone086 0756580
Course CodePG21103
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