NCI Course Details

An innovative assessment structure is in place which promotes both the understanding of academic principles and the application of skill. Assessment is by means of skills assessments, projects and team presentations

The programme is taught in a blended format, with evening classes taking place in our live, virtual classroom and Saturday workshops taking place on campus in the IFSC.

Upon successful completion of the Certificate, there are only two more modules to complete for achievement of the Diploma in Professional Learning & Organisational Development.

The programme is for those involved in training, learning, organisational development and talent development in organisations or those wishing to move into that career. The wide range of participants will be a vital part of your learning experience. The course is ideal for those who want to gain Professional Membership of CIPD. CIPD qualifications and membership are often required by employers seeking to hire HR professionals.

Graduates will receive a Level 7 QQI Certificate in Professional Learning & Organisational Development. The course leads to CIPD qualification and Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). A separate membership fee (currently stg£140, but subject to revision) should be paid directly to CIPD to gain student membership.

This course is designed to appeal to those at work or seeking to make a career change towards training and development. There are no specific academic requirements with applicants considered based on relevant work and other experience.

Please note that due to QQI regulations, students who wish to register for this course must have an address in Ireland.

All students applying to NCI must have access to a laptop that will allow them to attend classes online and, where relevant, to participate in on-campus learning.

The minimal suitable configuration is:

Processor:

• Intel 7th (or higher) generation processors (Core i-3, ii-5, -7,i-9-7x)
• or AMD Ryzen 3rd generation processors, running at 2.0GHz and above (Intel Atom/Celeron or AMD Athlon/Sempron Processors may cost less, but may not meet your requirements)

Random Access Memory (RAM):
8 GB minimum

Solid State Drive (SSD) Capacity:
256 GB minimum

Wireless Card:
802.11 a/b/g/n compliant with Bluetooth Capability (incompatibilities have been noted with the Qualcomm Atheros Wireless Adapters and software device drivers)

Graphics Card:
Direct X9 or later

Supported Operating Systems:
Windows 10 Home/Pro

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

Student Laptop Loan Scheme

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

• Learning & Development Design and Evaluation
• Facilitation of Learning & Development
• Organisation Culture & Development
• HRD Professional Practice
• Strategy & Future Developments in Learning & Development

For more information on the modules taught on this course view our module descriptors.

2 evenings a week 18.30-22.00 plus occasional Saturdays. 5 on-campus Saturdays during the course 09.30-17.30.

Please note that exams can be scheduled during the morning, afternoon or evening Monday to Saturday.

Blended (live online with some face-to-face classes). Evening weekdays online and some Saturdays on campus.

1 academic year.

€2,500 total fee.

(Fees revised annually)

You can spread the cost of this course with a direct debit plan.