Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance
Two new qualifications in Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) are now available. Initially developed in partnership between East Midlands Consortium (EMC) and iCeGS these courses are now widely available and can be tailored to specific regional, area or learning organisational requirements
These two new undergraduate qualifications, Certificate in Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance, and Advanced Diploma in Managing Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance, have been developed in response to the increasing need for improved CEIAG to support young people with the decisions they make through and beyond the 11-19 phase of their learning. The programmes focus on leading, managing, coordinating and contributing to programmes of careers education, information, advice and guidance, enabling learners to obtain accreditation for work based activities.
How will the qualification benefit my organisation?
These new qualifications will support you and your organisation to evaluate, develop and implement systems and programmes to achieve the national Quality Standards for Young People's IAG. In addition, by studying these awards you will help ensure that your organisation is compliant with recent legislation, in particular the statutory guidance associated with the Education and Skills Act 2008.
Built around the key themes of Management, Curriculum, Information, Guidance and Learner Outcomes, these qualifications will help you in achieving quality awards such as Career Mark.
What's new about these qualifications?
These qualifications are designed to reflect the changing nature of CEIAG 11-19 and its links to the broader personal development curriculum. They comply with the National Framework for Professional Qualifications in CEG in England, published on CEGNET and revised in October 2008, and will reflect the outcomes of the current DCSF review of professional qualifications in careers work. The qualifications are constructed to be flexible and responsive to the needs of the participant, offering a programme that can be tailored to the needs of the individual.
The Advanced Diploma programme is intended to be recognised as the equivalent of a subject leader qualification for careers work.
Who should enrol?
Those with responsibility for leading, managing, coordinating and contributing to CEIAG within their institution may wish to complete a full Certificate or Advanced Diploma programme. The nature of the programme allows for individuals to select one or more modules to obtain an intermediate award, for example a librarian may choose to complete the 'Managing Information' module combined with the 'Introduction to CEIAG' module and achieve a University Certificate of Achievement (30 credits).
Where will I study?
A blended approach is used for delivery combining face-to-face taught sessions at central locations in the East Midlands, with web-based materials and resources. Participants will be supported by University of Derby tutors who are experts in CEIAG for young people.
How much will it cost?
Individual modules cost £270 and a full certificate or diploma will cost £1080. Subject to review.
Certificate in Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance
This undergraduate programme of study is aimed at support workers or newly appointed staff with responsibilities or roles linked to the CEIAG agenda. Successful completion of the Certificate, 60 credits at level 4, will provide participants with a University Certificate in Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance.
Advanced Diploma in Managing Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance
The Diploma is aimed at more experienced staff or those with management or coordinating roles for CEIAG. Those successfully completing 60 credits at level 6 (undergraduate) will achieve a University Diploma in Managing Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance. Progression is available onto the Masters' of Arts (MA) Education: Guidance Studies for suitable candidates.
What will I study?
The programmes consist of 6 modules. The 'Introducing CEIAG' module is mandatory for all participants; the remainder of the modules are optional and can be selected as appropriate to their responsibilities.
Each module is worth 15 credits and equates to 150 hours notional study, however this can include a range of activities such as: training; work-based activities related to projects; self-directed study; research and preparation for assignments. The programme will commence in autumn 2009 and it is envisaged learners will have completed by the following summer. Candidates need 30 credits to obtain a university-validated Certificate of Achievement.
What do the modules cover?
- Managing or coordinating CEIAG explores the issues and processes supporting the development, delivery and evaluation of CEIAG programmes.
- Curriculum development explores the development of CEIAG programmes which are integral to the wider personal development agenda.
- Information management considers the issues and processes involved in the development and delivery of Connexions information systems.
- Advice and guidance considers the differences between information, advice and guidance and investigates models for the delivery of each and the process of referral.
- Work-based learning project provides CEIAG practitioners with an opportunity to demonstrate their ability to evaluate review and manage change within their work environment. This is only available as part of the Advanced Diploma.
Assessments
There are no exams for these programmes. The assessments may include essays and/or a learning journal but will be primarily linked to work based activities to ensure the programme supports and evidences change and developments in provision for young people.
Where can I find out more information?
More information about the programme will be available from your local Connexions Curriculum Manager. Aditional information can be found by contact iCeGS on: icegsenquiry@derby.ac.uk or 01332 591267.
