C&G Certificate

Hi
Is there any update regarding the C&G certificate changing to 'Diploma'? I have finally completed modules 1-8 (awaiting final marking on 2 as I write)..and would be happy with the certificate...but much happier knowing I will get a Diploma instead!!

I have contacted DRS office and was advised to encourage my screeners to finish the units. They will then be given the option to wait until Sept before claiming thier award. DRS office are still not sure if in fact a Diplolma will be the final outcome!

You should now have the appropriate information from the Clare Waite/ Sue Ackland. Units 1 & 5 of the Certificate are now on hold, and the diploma questions relating to these modules will be issued to different programmes in a staggered process (so that those people processing them are not overwhelmed with too many all at once. Your programme manager will have registered you for them, and should have some idea as to when the questions will be sent to you.

We have already received additional questions to the Units 1 and 5 so they are being rolled out. I think assessors and internal verifiers get the first bite of the cherry.

So how does the C&G get completed by those registered? Do people get given time within working hours? and who checks to see that units are completed within 2 years of registering for them? It seems to me that if the registering of staff happens..no make that when..some of these things may need to be more formalised; for example should units 5 and 6 be completed before an individual runs a clinic alone? I really believe there needs to be a more formalised framework for screening/grading and I would include admin. so we can all truly say we are singing form the same hymn sheet.