NCI Course Details

You will learn how to integrate accessibility and inclusion objectives in planning, implementation, and evaluation of instructional strategies in an online, bite-sized manner.

The programme comprises one module:

• Technologies in Assessment, Feedback and Learning Support (10 ECTS).

The Certificate in Technologies in Assessment, Feedback and Learning Support is ideally suited to learning professionals whom already have some experience of using digital technologies to enhance assessment, support and feedback and wish to deepen and extend the range of their digital practices in these areas.

Online delivery with a series of self-paced, directed online activities.

The Certificate in Technologies in Assessment, Feedback and Learning Support is awarded by QQI at level 7 (10 ECTS) on the National Framework of Qualifications.

Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes at level 7 or 8 subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.

Candidates will be learning professionals working in a further education and training setting or similar. Candidates will typically have a Certificate (major award) at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent) in any discipline.

For applicants whose first language is not English, please note the English language entry requirements.

The College operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning applicants who do not meet the normal academic requirements will be considered based on relevant work and other experience.

Participants should have the ability to use ICT independently to find information, create and manage files, and communicate with others. For online sessions, participants will require administrator access to a personal computing device such as a laptop or desktop computer running Windows or MacOS (tablets are not appropriate) with a reliable internet connection of >1mbps, web browser software (i.e. internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Chrome), Flash Player, a headset with built-in microphone, and a webcam.

It is the responsibility of each student to ensure their computer is functioning correctly and that they have full administrator rights. NCI IT cannot provide support for these personal devices.

A Laptop Loan Scheme is available for eligible students to assist them in completing their chosen course.

This online course consists of two full-day virtual sessions from 10.00-17.00, combined with four two-hour virtual classroom sessions, and directed online activities.

Virtual classes will take place from 16.00-18.00 on Thursdays.

Please note that in some instances exams may take place in the daytime, evening, and/or at weekends.

This course runs over 12 weeks.

€1,200

(Fees revised annually)