There is a separate manual for each stage. The modular system enables students to proceed at their own pace and study with different teachers if they wish. Each stage involves theoretical and practical assessment requiring approximately 30 hours of home study and practice in addition to class work. Final assessment is made during one additional day. The Open College Network provide an outside moderator to ensure that the teaching and assessment meet the required standard and also provide successful students with a formal credit record.
More advanced courses are available for practitioners.
Minimum of 15 hours of theoretical work Study the manual and read recommended books. Keep a learning journal describing their experiences, difficulties and successes. Also keeping track of hours spent reading. Describing work done on self. Create and maintain a personal working manual.