Programme Descriptor Template

QQI acknowledges the support of the ETBI (Education and Training Boards Ireland) QA Strategy Group and QA Forum and in particular the development work undertaken by the Working Group members led by the Further Education Support Service (FESS). The Working Group included:
Finola Butler, FESS
Jenny Whelan, FESS
Clodagh Beare, Dublin and Dun Laoghaire ETB
Charles Gorney, Donegal ETB
Anne Marie Keane, Laois and Offaly ETB
Alan O Gorman, Waterford and Wexford ETB
Jenny Conroy, ETBI
Catherine O Sullivan, Development Support
The contributions of the following individuals are also acknowledged
Trudi Barnett - New Approach Training - (attended a workshop to discuss drafts on 14 June)
Ciara Ballantyne - Stewarts Care - (attended a workshop to discuss drafts on 14 June)
Frank Murphy - (attended a workshop to discuss drafts on 14 June)
Declan O’Leary - Coaching Ireland - (attended a workshop to discuss drafts on 14 June)
Camilla Fitzsimons - NUIM (provided written feedback).

Section 1Provider Details

1.1 Provider
Name
Address
QBS Username
1.2 Contact for validation
Name:
Title:
Address:
E-mail:
Phone:
Mobile:
1.3 Programme Manager (if different to contact for validation 1.2)
Name:
Title:
Address:
E-mail:
Phone:
Mobile:
1.4 Provider type:
1.5 Contextual information about the provider and its other programmes

Section 2 Programme Overview

2.1 Principal programme

2.1.1 Programme title / QQI award title and code / Credit value / ISCED[1] code (detail: use four digits)
2.1.2 Is this a traineeship programme (yes/no)?
If yes, provide details
2.1.3 Duration(years, months, weeks)
2.1.4 Linked certificate, if applicable / QQI certificate title / QQI certificate code
2.1.5 Proposed enrolment dates / First intake date (Year 1) / Last intake date (Year 5)
2.1.6 Maximum number of intakes per annum
2.1.7 Will the programme accept learners from abroad (yes/no)?
If yes, provide details
2.1.8 Will the programme accept foreign exchange learners (yes/no)?
If yes, provide details
2.1.9 Proposed first year (i.e. new learner) enrolment over five years
Year 1 / Year 2 / Year 3 / Year 4 / Year 5
Total expected minimum number of new learners
Total expected maximum number of new learners
2.1.10 Total costs and income over the 5 years
2.1.11 Detail any articulation arrangements involving advanced entry / Maximum number of learners involved / Stage of entry
2.1.12 Proposed countries where the programme will be provided
(i.e. where enrolled learners will be based)
2.1.13 Name of centre(s) where the programme is to be provided / QBS centre code(s) / Expected minimum number of learners / Expected maximum number of learners
2.1.14 Criteria for selecting locations for programme delivery
2.1.15 Brief synopsis of the programme
2.1.16 Target learner group
2.1.17 Full-time/part-time
2.1.18 List the delivery modes
(in the QQI validation policy this is referred to as the teaching and learning modalities)
2.1.19 List the teaching and learning methodologies
(e.g. one-to-one, instructional, group discussions/group interactions, practical sessions/workshops/laboratories/studio, simulated work environment/work experience, tutorials/ one on one supported learning, field trips, on the job training)

2.2Embedded programme

2.3 Stand-alone module leading to a minor award, if applicable

Module Title

Section 3 Programme Management, Staffing and Implementation

3.1 Programme management
3.2 Programme staffing
3.3 Special requirements, including physical resources

Section 4 Programme Concept

4.1 Programme concept

Section 5 Access, transfer and progression procedures, criteria and arrangements for the programme

5.1 Information to be made available to a learner
5.2 Entry procedures
List of specific arrangements for transfer from other programme (inward) to the proposed programme, where applicable
Programme name, Provider / Details
List of specific arrangements for progression (inward) to the proposed programme, where applicable
Programme name, Provider / Details
5.3 Programme specific transfer and progression (outward) procedures and criteria
5.4 Identified transfer and progression destinations
Transfer destinations
Programme name, Provider / Details
Progression destinations
Programme name, Provider / Details
Specific progression destinations/advanced entry agreements
Specific progression destination (Institution name) / Programme title, award title, award code and NFQ level, as applicable / Other Details

Section 6Programme Curriculum

6.1 Programme curriculum
6.2 Programme aim and programme objectives
6.3 Outline andrationale for the curriculum structure
6.4 Typical learning effort and credit allocation for the programme
6.5Indicative timetable and its rationale
6.6Minimum Intended Programme Learning Outcomes (MIPLOs)
6.7 Mapping the MIPLOs against the QQI awards standardsand demonstrating consistency
[QQI Certificate Title and Code] award statements of knowledge, skill and competence to be achieved by a learner successfully completing this programme / MIPLO / Key teaching and learning opportunities provided to facilitate achievement of the MIPLO / Where achievement of MIPLO is evidenced across the programme
6.8 Integrated learning opportunities and assessment in light of the MIPLOs
6.9Minimum intended stage learning outcomes (MISLOs), if applicable
6.10 Programme teaching and learning strategy
6.11 Integration, organisation and oversight of work-based learning
6.12 Programme-specific information/guidance/care for a learner
6.13 Programme assessment strategy

QQI Certificate Title

QQI Certificate Code1

6.14Provider programme structure
Is a shareable curriculum being used? (yes/no)
Module Title
(Up to 70 characters including spaces) / Semester no. where applicable / Status Compulsory/Optional / Mode/s of delivery / Award Information / Credit
Value / Total Learner Effort Module (hours) / Assessment Techniques and Weightings / Intended schedule: Indicate quarter (1, 2, 3 or 4) when assessment is due
Award Title / Award Code / NFQ Level
The total credit value required for this certificate is[insert credit value here]. This will be achieved by completing:
All of the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
The remaining credit value of [insert credit value here] can be obtained by using modules from the list below. Alternatively, modules listed above, that have not already been used, may be used

The above table should be completed in the case of a programme leading to a compound award.
In the case of a minor programme, providers should delete unnecessary rows from the table.

QQI Certificate Title

QQI Certificate Code1

Section 7Module Information

7.1Module title
7.2QQI component title(s), code(s) and NFQ level
7.3 Is this a capstone module (yes/no)?
If yes, provide details
7.4 Parent programme(s) the plural arises if there are embedded programmes to be validated
7.5 Credit Value
7.6 Minimum typical learner effort in hours
Analysis of required typical learning effort
Direct class (or equivalent) contact (hours) / Directed practical activities
(hours) / Directed e-learning (hours) / Independent learning (hours) / Other hours (specify) / Work-based learning
(hours) / Total effort (hours)
7.7Specific module-related requirements
7.7a Specifications for module staffing requirements
Staff delivering this module will hold the following:
7.7b Specific module-related physical resource requirements, including QQI specific validation requirements
7.7c Entry/Access requirements (statement of knowledge, skill and competence)
7.7d Pre-requisite module titles, if applicable
7.7e Co-requisite module titles, if applicable
7.8Purpose statement for this module
7.9 Minimum intended module learning outcomes (MIMLOs)
7.10Module curriculum
7.10aTeaching and learning strategy, including delivery modes, teaching and learning methodologies and suggestions for formative assessment.
If applicable the following should also be considered:
Work-based learning and work practice-placement
E-learning
7.10b Module Content
7.10c Teaching Resources (reading lists etc.)
7.11 Module summative assessment strategy (consider work based learning, work practice-placement and e-learning where applicable)
7.11a Assessment techniques and weightings
7.11b Mapping of minimum intended module learning outcomes to assessment techniques/tasks
7.11c Assessment Guidelines
7.11d Grading
7.11e Assessment criteria
7.11fSample assessment materials

Section 8 Provider Authorisation/Declaration

8.1 Provider declaration

I, the undersigned
verify the accuracy of the information in this application for programme validation
provide assurance that resources to deliver the programme are in place
assure QQI that programmes are being developed, delivered and reviewed in accordance with the policies and procedures agreed at the time of Provider registration
confirm compliance with QQI requirements in relation to monitoring
confirm that all necessary rights and permissions have been secured to use properties required by the programme
confirm that all validation criteria have been addressed and the programme complies with applicable statutory, regulatory and professional body requirements

8.2 Provider authorisation signature and date

______

Head of Provider (e.g. Chief Executive)Date

QQI Certificate Title

QQI Certificate Code1

Appendices

Appendix A

Shareable curriculum structure, where applicable

Module Title
(Up to 70 characters including spaces) / Semester no. where applicable / Status Compulsory/Optional / Mode/s of delivery / Award Information / Credit
Value / Total Learner Effort Module (hours) / Assessment Techniques and Weightings / Intended schedule: Indicate quarter (1, 2, 3 or 4) when assessment is due
Award Title / Award Code / NFQ Level
The total credit value required for this certificate is[insert credit value here]. This will be achieved by completing:
All of the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
A minimum credit value of [insert credit value here] from the following modules:
The remaining credit value of [insert credit value here] can be obtained by using modules from the list below. Alternatively, modules listed above, that have not already been used, may be used

The above table should be completed in the case of a programme leading to a compound award.
In the case of a minor programme, providers should delete unnecessary rows from the table

QQI Certificate Title

QQI Certificate Code1

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