tsi academy
What is it?
A state-of-the-art blended learning solution for the Trading Standards Qualification Framework:
• tailored online training delivered via an award-winning virtual learning environment
• timetabled and clearly structured content with key learning and reflection points
• a custom user-friendly interface with student dashboard and calendar of events
• built-in social learning systems, including student forums and tutor interactions
• comprehensive reporting tools to facilitate tutor intervention and management tracking
• online assessments, tutor-marked assignments and classroom event management
• CPD tracking and certification plus line-manager notifications and automatic feedback
• ongoing content verification and evaluation - so you can be sure your course is up-to-date
• face-to-face days and tutor-led course elements.
This delivers the training, information and guidance you need to take the exam. Please note, you will need to pay extra for the exam and registration.
Which courses are available?
CSCATS (formerly FCATS)
• Law of contract
• Legal systems
• Consumer protection environment
DCATS
• Product safety
• Fair trading (criminal)
Further courses to be added in 2013.
How are the modules structured?
Each CSCATS or DCATS is a module that comprises six timetabled units over six months. The units are divided into lessons, each of which ends with key learning points and a reflection point.
At the end of each unit is a self-assessment that enables the tutor to interact with the student.
When do I start?
Courses start in April 2012.
Benefits for students:
• structured e-learning blended with tutor-student interactions and face-to-face recap and revision days
• modular courses developed by tutors and subject matter experts to enable you to learn at your own pace within a tailor-made environment
• Specific learning outcomes and goals with strategic guidance, revision notes and a clear road map of the course
• tele-tutorials/webinars scheduled within the system, to address difficult topics, latest news and provide guidance
• important announcements via the dashboard of legislative change and critical information - also delivered via a useful email notification system
• easy-to-use system: log in from any PC or Mac browser, anytime, anywhere - pick up where you left off, and quickly monitor progress and scores.
Benefits for managers:
• comprehensive reporting tools enabling you to receive automatic reports on progress, attendance and assessment scores
• CPD tracking - ties in with staff career development by providing CPD data
• your own login to check staff progress, send messages and communicate with tutors.
As a student, you have the option of electing your mentor/manager when you register, to support you through your training and track your progress. This is an optional facility.
How much does it cost?
Please download pricing information for TSI academy here (PDF 90KB).
How do I register?
Please fill in the form on the tsi academy registration page. Remember, to take your exams you will need to register into the Trading Standards Qualification Framework.
For further details, including discounts available, please contact productinfo@tsi.org.uk or telephone 0845 608 9421.
