Diploma in Contemporary Trade Unionism

Who is the course for?

Unlike the other two certificate courses this one does not require people to have completed other courses as an entry criteria. It is for people who have an interest in the labour movement from its roots, to its present role and its future.

It requires commitment and discipline. By the time you complete the course you will have a great deal of knowlege and the skills to research issues and write formal academic essays. Don't panic if you've never done this before as the skills development is all covered in the course.

Union representatives who wish to take this course should have:

  • previously attended the union reps Stage 1 and Stepping up – the advanced course
    • for union representatives courses; or
  • obtained 30 OCN credits, with a minimum of 15 credits at level 2; or
  • obtained a suitable equivalent to the two categories above, through their own union’s courses or from elsewhere.