Training

All those participating in validation meetings should be offered training to ensure they are familiar with the terminology, the quality elements criteria, and their roles as outlined in the Validation Panel Members’ Guide. It is often helpful if the panel has met before the validation meeting.

Recommended reading/further information

Guide to Validation for Validation Panel Members and Qualification Design Teams
Using the design principles for Higher National Certificates and Diplomas
Guidance on Core Skills
Using the design principles for Higher National Certificates and Diplomas
Guidance on Graded Units
Using the design principles for Higher National Certificates and Diplomas
Higher National Units
This leaflet explains key aspects of the revised format for Higher National Units (HNUs). It will be useful for people who need to understand the nature of the HNU specification but do not need a detailed knowledge of Unit writing