Course details

he Diploma covers the entire process of delivering training, including assessment, preparation, creating a positive learning environment, facilitating learning, and evaluating learning. - Level 7

Course Content:

Course Modules

  • Module 1 - Learning & Development in Organisations (5 Credits) 1.5 lecture days + 12 work based hours
  • Module 2 - Positioning Learning & Development in Organisations (10 Credits) 6 Lecture Days
  • Module 3 - Designing Learning & Development Activities (10 Credits) 3 lecture days + 24 work based hours
  • Module 4 - Measuring the Effectiveness Learning & Development (5 Credits) 1 lecture day + 24 WBH

Exit Route – By completing the first 4 modules participants could exit with a Certificate at NFQ Level 7 (30 Credits)

  • Module 5 - Coaching & Mentoring in Organisations (10 Credits) 3 lecture days + 24 work based hours
  • Module 6 - IT and Social Media in Learning & Development (10 Credits) 3 lecture days + 24 work based hours
  • Module 7 - Contemporary Developments in Learning & Development (5 Credits) 2 lecture days + 12 WBH
  • Module 8 - Becoming a Learning & Development Specialist (5 Credits) 2 lecture days + 12 work based hours

Learning Outcomes:

  • Outline the remit and span of the role of the Learning and Development specialist within a national and international organisation context - Engage a strategic approach to learning and development
  • Design, Select and deliver learning and development interventions to optimise participant learning and organisation impact
  • Evaluate tangible and intangible impacts of learning and development activity - Establish and run an effective coaching and mentoring systems in an organisation context
  • Optimise the use of IT/social media/E-learning in the delivery of the learning and development role - Identify the emerging trends and challenges in the profession
  • Devise a personal Continuous Development Plan based on a comprehensive self-assessment against professional standards and recognised skill sets in pursuit of lifelong development as a specialist.

Course Assessment:

  • The programme is assessed through a combination of practical individual and team assignments, essays, presentations, online discussion with peers, and work-based applications

Course Requirements:

Candidates must:

  • Normally, applicants for entry to the Diploma in Learning & Development Practice will be at least 21 years of age by 1 January of the year of application;
  • AND hold a Leaving Certificate/FETAC level 5 qualification or equivalent.
  • All applicants whose first language is not English must have attained IELTS Level 6 or the equivalent TOEFL score
Updated on 08 November, 2015

About ACIST Skillnet

ACIST Skillnet provides subsidised training to private sector companies based mainly but not limited to the Mid-Theyst Region of Ireland. This Skillnets network was founded in 2006 and has trained over 5000 people in a range of disciplines but particularly focussing on the Tourism sector. They provide off the shelf courses to companies and also develop training specifically designed for business needs. Training is provided for all levels of employees.

ACIST Skillnet is funded by member companies and the Training Networks Programme, an initiative of Skillnets Ltd. Funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Education, Training and Skills. Skillnets funds and facilitates training through over 80 networks of private sector companies, in a range of sectors and regions.

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