Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Applications of ICT in Libraries Professional Development Awards Certification for People’s Network ICT Training

Collaborative Venture Development Funded by: The National Lottery Developed by: Scottish Library and Information Council Certificated by: Scottish Qualifications Authority

Key features

Applications of ICT in Libraries Diploma SCQF Level 7 (HNC/SVQ 3/4) Qualification Structure: Mandatory Section: 5 credits needed from these units: Locating Information on Behalf of Clients SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Reader Development SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Client LearningSCQF 7: 1 credit Using ICT in Library Practice and Professional Development SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Clients in the Safe and Legal Use of ICT SCQF 7: 1 credit All 5 credits are needed for Diploma certification

Applications of ICT in Libraries Diploma SCQF Level 7 Qualification Levels: Rough Guide to Framework equivalences: The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Level 7 England, Wales & Northern Ireland National Qualifications Framework Level 4 National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland Level 6 England, Wales & Northern Ireland higher education framework (FHEQ) Level C

Applications of ICT in Libraries Advanced Diploma SCQF Level 8 (HND/SVQ 4) Qualification Structure: Mandatory Section: 7 credits needed from these units: Locating Information on Behalf of Clients SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Reader Development SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Client LearningSCQF 7: 1 credit Using ICT in Library Practice and Professional Development SCQF 7: 1 credit Supporting Clients in the Safe and Legal Use of ICT SCQF 7: 1 credit Integrative Unit (Project) SCQF 8: 2 credits Options Section: 2 credits needed from these units: Carrying out the Net Navigator RoleSCQF 8: 2 credits Carrying out the Educator RoleSCQF 8: 2 credits All 9 credits are needed for Advanced Diploma certification

Applications of ICT in Libraries Advanced Diploma SCQF Level 8 Qualification Levels: Rough Guide to Framework equivalences: The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) Level 8 England, Wales & Northern Ireland National Qualifications Framework Level 5 National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland Level 6/7 England, Wales & Northern Ireland higher education framework (FHEQ) Level 1

Delivery Approaches: Large Local Authority Library with in-house training capability: Library must have or achieve SQA approved centre status. Responsible for : Training, Assessment, QA and Administration. Consortium of smaller Libraries from the same or different Local Authorities Option 1 : One library must have or achieve SQA approved centre status and take responsibility for QA and Administration for all. Option 2: Consortium forms Partnerships with a SQA approved college or private training provider who takes responsibility for QA and Administration for all.

Delivery Approaches: SQA Approved Training Providers (College or Private) Responsible for: Assessment, Quality Assurance and Administration and training if needed. Offering complete T & A service to employers and individual learners. Note: Providers must have or buy-in staff with Public Library expertise to carry out assessment of the Reader Development Unit. Provider / Library Partnerships Typical arrangements: Library responsible for: Training and production of authenticated assessment evidence using library supervisors / mentors. SQA Approved Provider responsible for: Assessment & Quality Assurance (IV) and Administration ( Registration, Entry and Resulting). Note :Formal evidence of partnership agreement arrangements required for SQA Approval for partnership delivery.

Assessment Methods Workplace based assessment using a variety of methods including: Logbooks Essays (Short 250 words min 500 max) Case studies Reports Practical Tasks e.g. simple & complex searches Reflective Accounts Short Question Tests

Support for Centres & Candidates

Support Arrangements Document on SQA’s open access website Assessment exemplars (including Log Books) on SQA’s secure website (access restricted to SQA approved centres)

Support The following open access support is available on the ICTL dedicated website :  A Course Guide;  Tuition and tutorial materials (Top Up Learning) for each unit;  A Wiki Book for each unit;  A TNA to assist centres determine skill levels and candidates training needs. A Yahoo based Candidate Support Group for each unit at: (Log on to to subscribe) Promotion advice & materials including brochures and publicity posters are available from SQA.

Support ICTL Website On-line

Advice & Guidance for Centres For advice on SQA Approval procedures, promotion & publicity contact: Bob Marren Tel: Mob: For telephone advice on Delivery & Assessment or to request a Development Visit from an External Verifier (Charge £100 / day) contact: Assessment Standards Verification Team Jean Gibbons Tel:

Target Markets ICT proficient public library staff trained under the People’s Network programme Public Library staff in need of ICT training & certification Library staff from other sectors e.g. Schools Library staff aiming to progress towards Professional status.

Key benefits

For Employers: Workforce development Career path development Sector-specific award Content supported by strategic agencies SLIC, CILIP, MLA, CyMAL Added value to People’s Network Training Supports IIP and Charter Mark Links to Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals Qualifications (CILIP) UK-wide relevance & recognition Certificated proof of HN Level ICT competence.

Key benefits For individuals Increases employability Enhances promotion prospects Supports staff development Certificates People’s Network ICT training Provides academic credits Links to CILIP Framework for Qualifications Certificated proof of HN Level ICT competence Nationally recognised certification.

Fees Candidate Entry Fees: Diploma : £97.25 Advanced Diploma : £ Unit : £12.25 Entry Fee covers Certification costs..

Help with Fees Candidates can access ILA Scotland funding in specific circumstances.

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