• Foundation Certificate in Global Education Counselling

Foundation Certificate in Global Education Counselling

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  • Surabhi Seth |

Foundation Certificate

Global Education Counselling • LEVEL 1 VOCATIONAL
Subject Area Global Education & Admissions Total Effort 120h TQT (40h GLH) Independent Study 80 Hours Assessment Internal / Scenarios

Strategic Rationale: This qualification provides structured preparation for supervised roles in education services, ensuring entry-level personnel possess foundational understanding of admissions processes and ethical responsibilities.
MANDATORY Achievement of Module 4 (Ethics & Compliance) is non-compensatable for the final award.
  • Tags :
  • Counselling
  • Education Counselling

Course Information

Programme Aims

Programme Aims

FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE VOCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
PLO 1 Global Systems Structure

Describe the structure of global education systems, qualification pathways, and academic intake cycles.

 PLO 2 Admissions Support

Support student admissions processes by following defined procedures for documentation and eligibility checks.
PLO 4 (MANDATORY) Ethics & Compliance

Recognise and apply basic ethical, safeguarding, and data-protection requirements.

 TARGET CAREERS Vocational Pathways
  • Admissions Assistant
  • Student Support Assistant
  • Education Agency Administrator

Progression Path: This qualification serves as a foundation for higher-level study or training in international education services.

Learning Path

Module Breakdown

Foundation Certificate Course Structure
Module 1 Global Education Systems

Qualification pathways and academic intake cycles.

 Module 2 Admissions Processes

Documentation, timelines, and eligibility procedures.

 Module 3 Professional Engagement

Communication templates and stakeholder channels.
Module 4 (MANDATORY) Ethics & Compliance

Safeguarding, data protection, and escalation.

 Module 5 Administrative Operations

Routine tasks and CRM digital system management.

Structure Note: All five modules are mandatory. Achievement of Module 4 is non-compensatable for the final award.

Teaching Methodology

Delivery Methodology

VOCATIONAL FRAMEWORK & INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
Delivery Model Blended Vocational Learning

Allocates 120 hours total time, balancing expert-led guidance with extensive independent research.

 Instructional Approach Applied Knowledge

Uses agency-specific case studies and simulated admissions documentation to build technical competency.
SUPPORT TOOLS Template-Based Learning

Learners are trained using approved industry communication templates and standardised administrative frameworks.

 DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT VLE Integration

Utilises a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) for asynchronous study, digital assessments, and CRM simulations.

Practical Orientation: This methodology ensures that learners can actively support admissions workflows under professional supervision.

Course Material

Learning Resources

Core Materials & Professional Toolkits
Written Resources Digital Study Workbooks

Five dedicated modular guides containing core theory, illustrative diagrams, and self-reflection exercises.

 Multimedia Content Video Demonstration Suites

Screen-recorded tutorials for CRM navigation and recorded role-plays for professional stakeholder communication.
Operational Toolkits Professional Template Library

Access to standardised email templates, student enquiry forms, and documentation verification checklists.

 Reference Data Systems Fact Sheets

Quick-reference guides for global intake cycles, credit systems, and common international qualification equivalents.

Resource Delivery: All materials are accessible via the VLE with high-contrast, screen-reader friendly versions available for all core workbooks.

Resources

Reference & Digital Support

Industry Handbooks & Compliance Tools
Reference Library Industry Handbooks

Direct links to the Global Admissions Standards handbook and international credit transfer database.

 Digital Assets Interactive Glossary

A searchable database of international education terminology, qualification acronyms, and intake cycle jargon.
Regulatory Toolkit Compliance Checklists

Mandatory checklists for GDPR data handling, safeguarding reporting, and ethical student counseling.

 Help Desk Technical Support

Access to the VLE troubleshooting guide and direct contact channels for academic administrative support.

Resource Integrity: All external links and handbooks are reviewed quarterly to ensure alignment with the latest global education regulations.

Assessment Guidelines

Assessment & Evaluation

VOCATIONAL COMPETENCY & QUALITY ASSURANCE
Evaluation Methods Formative & Summative

Includes end-of-module knowledge checks and a final integrated scenario covering admissions workflows.

 Scenario-Based Testing Applied Assessment

Learners are assessed on their ability to complete checklists and draft stakeholder emails using provided case scenarios.
Mandatory Pass Module 4 Compliance

Achievement of the Ethics & Compliance module is non-compensatable and required for the final certificate award.

 Grading Scale Pass / Fail

This is a vocational qualification graded on a competency basis; learners must demonstrate proficiency in all modular outcomes.

Internal Verification: All assessments are subject to internal quality assurance to ensure consistency and fairness in grading.
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Surabhi Seth

Surabhi Seth