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This may be to meet the requirements of a local employer and their needs for an apprenticeship. Or it may be to address local employment needs; where there is a particular need for knowledge or skill that is included in a different qualification. Whatever the reason for considering the import of units for MLN, there is a need to ensure that the programme remains coherent, maintains the standard and reflects the vocational purpose of the qualification.  \nFor which qualification is MLN available?  \nMLN is offered across the majority of qualifications, with the exception of:  \n• Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)  \n• Qualifications within the Creative Suite that utilise Modules rather than Units  \nWhat units can I import?  \nCentres are able to import units from any qualification that is within the same framework and atthe same level. This means that you can only import units from an RQF qualification into an RQF qualification. In addition, you can only import Level 4 units into a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or the Level 4 part of a Higher National Diploma (HND). Similarly, you may only import Level 5 units in the Level 5 part of an HND.  \nYou cannot import units from within the same qualification. This should not be necessary, because units within the same qualification are usually available as normal Optional Units that can be included in your programme.  \nHow many units can I import?  \nRules for importing units are based on credit value rather than quantity. The number of credits that can be imported into a qualification will vary, depending on the number of mandatory units within the qualification. Generally speaking, the rules of import are:  \n\n|  | Level 4 | Level 5 |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| HNC | (up to) 30 | - |\n| HND | (up to) 30 | (up to) 30 |\n\nPlease consult the Programme Specification foryour qualification for the detailed information about how many credits may be imported. Note that some qualifications will have different credit import rules for different pathways. Please refer to the relevant Programme Specification for details.  \nWhen can I submit the MLN request?  \nTypically, MLN requests should be submitted prior to 31 January within the academic year in which the units will be assessed. MLN requests received prior to 31 January will be processed without fee. Requests received after 31 January (or related to a previous academic year) will be subject to a £500 processing fee.  \nDo I have to request MLN units each year?  \nIf you intend to offer the imported units each year, then you may request that the units are added to your programme permanently. If you do not explicitly request this on your submission form, then the units will be added for the requested year only andwill not be available for certification in the following year.  \nPlease make sure you clearly indicate your wish to have the units added permanent or temporary.  \nIf you are making an MLN request in order to certificate students (which would be a late submission and subject to a processing fee) the units will NOT be added permanently. A temporary programme structure will be created (typically only available for 14-30 days) to allow you to certificate the relevant students. Units requested for this purpose will not be available after the expiry of the temporary structure.  \nHow do I submit the MLN request?  \nTo submit an MLN request, you will","cbCaimhtsL3nfhAS","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimhtsL3nfhAS","pdf",212505,"English","# For which qualification is MLN available?\n# What units can I import?\n# How many units can I import?\n# When can I submit the MLN request?\n# Do I have to request MLN units each year?\n# How do I submit the MLN request?\n# How is the MLN request considered?\n# What information is required in the MLN form?","[{\"question\":\"Which qualifications allow centres to import units for Meeting Local Needs (MLN)?\",\"answer\":\"MLN is offered across most qualifications, except Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) and qualifications in the Creative Suite that use Modules rather than Units.\"},{\"question\":\"What rules determine which units can be imported for MLN?\",\"answer\":\"Centres can import units only from qualifications within the same framework and at the same level (e.g., RQF to RQF). Level restrictions apply, including Level 4 units for HNC and the Level 4 part of HND, and Level 5 units for the Level 5 part of HND.\"},{\"question\":\"How do submission timing and fees affect MLN requests?\",\"answer\":\"Requests should typically be submitted before 31 January in the academic year the units will be assessed. Requests received before 31 January are processed without fee, while late requests (after 31 January, or for a previous academic year) incur a £500 processing fee.\"}]","Higher Nationals Request to Import Units for Meeting Local Needs - Information and Guidance | PDF",1792468801,18]