Occupational Studies

Levels 1 and 2 and First Skills

This innovative qualification is targeted at learners working towards and at Level 1 and 2. These are levels set out within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). The qualification is approved by the Department of Education for teaching at Key Stage 4 in Northern Ireland and is accredited by the Regulatory Authorities. Achievement below Level 1 is also recognised by CCEA.

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Online Occupational Studies Registrations

Moderators for Occupational Studies

Visiting Moderator SchedulePDF, 157K

The qualification is designed to be accessible with learners of all abilities. It is also intended to provide a coherent and flexible programme, which is rooted in Practical and Occupational Contexts.

Centres, learners can choose units from 11 different vocational areas. Occupational Studies Double Award = 4 units, Single Award = 2 units.

Agreement Trials/Training Events

Tuesday 9th February 2010
Glenavon House Hotel Cookstown	Engineering / Office Admin / Vehicle Studies / Hospitality & Catering
Thursday 11th February 2010
Park Avenue Hotel Belfast	Engineering / Office Admin / Vehicle Studies / Hospitality & Catering
Fax-Back 9th / 11th February 2009PDF, 123k
Tuesday 2nd March 2010
Glenavon Hotel Cookstown	Sport, Leisure & Tourism / Digital Technology / Care
Friday 5th March 2010
CCEA Clarendon Dock	Sport, Leisure & Tourism / Digital Technology / Care
Fax-Back 2nd / 5th February 2009PDF, 121k
Tuesday 23rd March 2010
Glenavon Hotel Cookstown	Design / Horticulture & Agriculture / Media / Retail
Thursday 25th March 2010
Park Avenue Hotel Belfast	Design / Horticulture & Agriculture / Media / Retail
Fax-Back 23rd / 25th February 2009PDF, 121k

Information Meeting Dates

Tuesday 23rd February 2010
Stormont Hotel	Registration from 10.00 Event 10.30 – 12.00 Lunch provided
Wednesday 24th February
Tullylagan House Hotel	Registration from 12.30 Event 13.00 – 14.30 Lunch provided
Full Details and Fax-BackPDF, 85k