Details:NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety Practice – Level 4 An NVQ is a National Vocational Qualification, which will allow an individual the opportunity to gain new skills and develop professionally whilst gaining full recognition for their previous experience. They are designed to meet individuals needs, and allow flexibility and choice for each candidate. There are no examinations involved, and unlike some awards, the NVQ actually encourages candidates to open books and use reference material. There is a whole unit in the NVQ on sources of information. All NVQ's are made up of Units which when taken as a whole add up to the full award. There is no time scale for completion, and with there being no examinations, the amount of pressure placed on candidates is significantly reduced. NVQ's are based on nationally defined occupational standards that: - Identify the main roles and responsibilities within the area;
- Take the form of units based on the occupational roles and responsibilities identified;
- Show the outcomes of competent performance including the essential knowledge and understanding required;
- Show the standard of occupational competence to be reached for the stated outcome.
These standards can also be used to develop action plans, and set further targets, as well as assist in setting future business objectives. When undertaking an NVQ, initially you will be given a brief induction, setting out the roles of various individuals in the assessment process. |
