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Open College Network West Midlands

Level 2 Certificate in

Employability and Development Skills in

Creative Studies

Qualification Guide

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‘Passionate about enabling learning and releasing

the potential of people and their communities’ Open College Network West Midlands is a national Awarding Organisation,

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Contents

1. About this qualification

2. Learner requirements

3. Achieving the qualification

4. The units

5. Assessment

6. Offering the qualification

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Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Development Skills in

Creative Studies

1. About this qualification

The Open College Network West Midlands Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Development Skills in Creative Studies offers a flexible approach to study. Learners have access to a large range of employability units that are directly linked to the workplace, alongside a variety of vocational units within the creative industries. By offering learners the opportunity to engage in a specific vocational area they are equipped to make informed choices when considering different career and progression options. The qualification also meets the needs of learners engaged in 16-19 study programmes and those undertaking traineeships. They are stepping stones to employment, further study and enable the development of generic transferable skills.

Objectives of the qualification

This qualification can be used flexibly to meet learner needs. Depending on the context of the learning and the needs of each individual learner, the qualification can:

prepare individuals to progress to a qualification in the same subject area but at a higher level or requiring more specific knowledge, skills and understanding;

prepare learners for employment;

support a role in the workplace;

encourage engagement in learning. This qualification has been designed to enable learners to:

develop a range of employability skills;

gain knowledge and skills in the creative industries;

acquire transferable skills;

develop personal skills and increase confidence.

It is a requirement that assessment of this qualification is conducted in English.

The Open College Network West Midlands Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Development Skills in Creative Studies qualification is accredited by Ofqual.

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Guided Learning Hours (GLH)

Guided Learning Hours are defined as the number of hours of supervised or directed study time required for a unit or a qualification. Some learners will be able to achieve units and qualifications in a shorter time than indicated. Others, for example those with additional support requirements, may need longer.

Total Qualification Time (TQT)

Total qualification time is defined as the number of guided learning hours (GLH) plus the time

taken by the learner for private study or work experience.

Guided learning hours and total qualification time for this qualification is: Level 2 Certificate

GLH: 193 hours

TQT: 210 hours

2. Learner requirements

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements.

Minimum age

The minimum age for access to these qualifications is 14 years.

Centres ought to satisfy themselves that learners have a level of maturity appropriate for units included in the courses that they offer. If in doubt, please contact Open College Network West Midlands for advice.

Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations

Assessment within the Open College Network West Midlands Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Development Skills in Creative Studies is designed to be accessible and inclusive. The assessment methodology is appropriate and rigorous for individuals or groups of learners.

If you have learners with particular needs you should refer to the Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations Policy, available from Open College Network West Midlands. This gives clear guidance on the reasonable adjustments and arrangements that can be made to take account of disability or learning difficulty without compromising the achievement of the assessment criteria.

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3. Achieving the qualification

Rules of combination

Centres are responsible for ensuring that learners are able to achieve the qualification for which they are aiming. Centres must ensure that the following rules of combination that apply to each qualification are met.

To be awarded the Open College Network West Midlands Level 2 Certificate in Employability and Development Skills in Creative Studies, learners must achieve 21 credits. 1 credit must be taken from Mandatory Group M, 14 credits must be achieved from Optional Group A and the remaining 6 credits may be taken from Optional Groups A or B.

Unit achievement

All of the assessment criteria in a unit must be met before the unit is deemed to be achieved. The unit achievement is not graded: units are either achieved or not achieved. Recording achievement

You must record the learner’s achievement of each unit on an appropriate form(s). You should record the learner’s achievement against the specific units assessment criteria evidenced by the task.

4. The units

Mandatory Group M

Title Level Credit GLH TQT Unit code Unit reference

number

Responsible Work Practice

2 1 8 10 HC1/2/NQ/017 A/505/4481

Optional Group A

Title Level Credit GLH TQT Unit code Unit reference

number

Acting Skills 2 4 40 40 LC4/2/NQ/002 T/504/7125

Advertising Practice 2 4 40 40 JA1/2/NQ/022 R/508/4988

Unit Advertising Practice R/508/4988 is barred against unit Advertising Practice M/504/9780

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Advertising Practice 2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/013 M/504/9780

Art Project 2 3 20 30 JA2/2/NQ/004 J/504/9123

Backstage Skills 2 3 27 30 LE1/2/NQ/002 F/504/7127

Balloon Decorations for Parties and Themes

2 1 8 10 JF1/2/NQ/002 D/505/7521

Candle Making 2 3 24 30 JG4/2/NQ/001 L/504/7728

Ceramics 2 3 26 30 JR1/2/NQ/001 J/504/7730

Colour Theory and Design 2 3 24 30 JA2/2/NQ/005 L/504/9124

Combined Arts and Collaboration

2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/014 D/505/4747

Costume for Performance 2 3 27 30 LE5/2/NQ/002 D/504/7135

Craft Design Project 2 3 22 30 JC1/2/NQ/001 R/504/7732

Craft Design Style 2 3 24 30 JC1/2/NQ/002 Y/504/7733

Creative Craft 2 3 25 30 JF1/2/NQ/001 D/504/7734

Creative Writing 2 2 16 20 KC3/2/NQ/001 M/505/7524

Design for Performance 2 6 50 60 LE2/2/NQ/001 K/504/7137

Design Project 2 3 24 30 JC1/2/NQ/004 Y/504/4623

Design Style 2 3 24 30 JC1/2/NQ/005 H/504/4625

Desktop Publishing Software

2 4 30 40 CQ2/2/NQ/003 D/505/3176

Develop and Adapt Sculpture Ideas

2 3 24 30 JB3/2/NQ/002 K/504/4593

Developing Practical Floristry Skills

2 3 24 30 SE7/2/NQ/003 A/504/9572

Devising Drama 2 3 24 30 LC4/2/NQ/001 M/504/7138

Digital Imaging and Printing

2 4 32 40 KJ2/2/NQ/001 T/504/9845

Digital Photography 2 3 21 30 JA1/2/NQ/001 R/504/9125

Discovering Music 2 3 27 30 JA1/2/NQ/015 J/505/4760

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DJ Skills 2 3 25 30 LK4/2/NQ/002 F/505/7527

Drawing 2 3 21 30 JB2/2/NQ/001 Y/504/9126

Drawing Application Methods

2 3 24 30 JB2/2/NQ/007 F/504/4633

Exploratory Drawing Methods - Using Textile Media and Applications

2 3 24 30 JK1/2/NQ/004 M/504/5292

Explore Interactive Media Products and Processes

2 5 40 50 JB5/2/NQ/001 J/505/6296

Exploring a Career in the Creative Sector

2 2 16 20 LC4/2/NQ/017 F/504/9847

Face Painting 2 1 9 10 JB2/2/NQ/008 J/505/7528

Film Project 2 3 24 30 KA3/2/NQ/001 A/505/0222

Garment Construction: Detail Techniques

2 6 48 60 JK6/2/NQ/009 K/505/0913

Garment Construction Skills

2 4 35 40 JK6/2/NQ/008 D/505/8376

Graphic Design 2 3 21 30 JC3/2/NQ/001 H/504/9128

Group Devised Drama Project

2 3 24 30 LC4/2/NQ/003 T/504/7139

Health and Safety for Performing Arts

2 2 16 20 LE1/2/NQ/001 M/504/7141

Imaging Software 2 4 30 40 CQ5/2/NQ/007 H/505/3177

Improvisation and Performance

2 3 24 30 LC4/2/NQ/004 A/504/7143

Information Literacy 2 3 24 30 HD3/2/NQ/017 D/505/1976

Introduction to the Creative Industries

2 1 8 10 HC4/2/NQ/033 R/504/9903

Leaflet and Poster Production and

Distribution 2 2 16 20 KA2/2/NQ/002 J/505/7531

Mask Making 2 3 27 30 JF4/2/NQ/002 M/504/7740

Music for Performance 2 3 24 30 LF5/2/NQ/004 T/504/7156

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Musical Ensemble Skills 2 6 52 60 LF1/2/NQ/002 M/504/7155

Painting with Water Based Media

2 3 26 30 JB2/2/NQ/005 K/504/9132

Pattern Cutting: Garment Modelling and Fitting

2 3 24 30 JK1/2/NQ/008 D/505/1024

Pattern Construction: Pattern Construction

Blocks 2 3 24 30 JK1/2/NQ/006 M/505/1027

Pattern Cutting: Pattern Design

2 6 48 60 JK1/2/NQ/007 T/505/1028

Pattern Cutting: Manual Lay Planning

2 3 24 30 JK1/2/NQ/005 H/505/8377

Performing Physical Theatre

2 3 24 30 LC1/2/NQ/001 J/504/7162

Photography-Using a Camera and Accessories

2 2 18 20 LE2/2/NQ/007 R/504/4684

Photography- Using a Tripod

2 1 9 10 LE2/2/NQ/009 H/505/4815

Photography: A Creative Approach to Picture

Making 2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/016 D/504/4686

Plagiarism 2 1 7 10 HB1/2/NQ/087 F/505/2117

Planning and Building a Set

2 3 27 30 LE2/2/NQ/002 M/504/7169

Produce Craft Work 2 3 20 30 JA8/2/NQ/001 H/505/3261

Promoting a Performing Arts Event

2 4 30 30 LC4/2/NQ/007 M/504/7172

Sculpture 2 3 24 30 JB3/2/NQ/001 L/504/9138

Set and Meet Goals in the Performing Arts

2 3 24 30 LC4/2/NQ/008 F/504/7175

Stained Glass 2 3 27 30 JR2/2/NQ/001 J/504/7744

Tailoring: Tailored Garment Construction

2 6 48 60 JK1/2/NQ/009 H/505/1199

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Teamwork and Communication Skills for

Performing Arts 2 3 24 30 LE1/2/NQ/004 H/504/7184

Technical Skills for Performance

2 4 35 40 LE1/2/NQ/005 K/504/7185

Textiles 2 3 27 30 JK1/2/NQ/002 R/504/7746

The Internet as a Tool for Music Promotion

2 3 24 30 LK3/2/NQ/001 M/504/7186

Urban, Street or Graffiti Art Practice

2 3 24 30 JB6/2/NQ/001 A/505/2875

Using a Digital Audio Workstation

2 3 30 30 LK1/2/NQ/003 T/504/7187

Using Computers in the Arts

2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/017 M/504/9858

Using Video 2 3 20 30 JA1/2/NQ/007 R/504/9139

Working in Craft 2 3 24 30 JA2/2/NQ/003 H/504/7749

Working in the Performing Arts

2 3 24 30 LC4/2/NQ/009 A/504/7188

Working in Visual Art 2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/008 J/504/9140

Working to a Visual Arts Brief

2 3 20 30 JA1/2/NQ/009 L/504/9141

Working with Mixed Media 2 3 24 30 JA1/2/NQ/011 Y/504/9143

Optional Group B

Title Level Credit GLH TQT Unit code Unit reference

number

Action Planning for Own Development

2 2 16 20 HB1/2/NQ/084 T/505/1952

Applying for a Job 2 1 10 10 HC6/2/NQ/008 Y/505/3175

Aspects of Citizenship 2 3 24 30 HE4/2/NQ/011 Y/504/8512

Budgeting and Money Management

2 1 8 10 HD6/2/NQ/001 J/507/7004

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Building a Personal Career Portfolio

2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/108 T/504/9537

Building Working Relationships with

Colleagues 2 2 20 20 HC4/2/NQ/023 K/504/9454

Career Planning 2 3 24 30 HC1/2/NQ/027 F/504/8648

Communicate in a Business Environment

2 3 18 30 AY6/2/NQ/002 L/505/3285

Communicating Information

2 1 8 10 HC7/2/NQ/003 A/504/7515

Communication in the Workplace

2 2 16 20 HC4/2/NQ/015 D/505/4456

Conflict Resolution 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/141 M/504/8726

Critical Thinking 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/085 A/505/1967

Customer Care 2 2 16 20 HD2/2/NQ/003 K/504/9471

Debt Management 2 2 16 20 HE1/2/NQ/007 F/504/8794

Developing Meeting Skills 2 1 8 10 HB1/2/NQ/109 T/504/9490

Developing Own Interpersonal Skills

2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/128 D/506/0662

Developing Personal Confidence and Self

Awareness 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/129 D/504/8527

Enterprise Skills 2 1 8 10 HB1/2/NQ/110 A/504/9491

Equality and Diversity 2 3 24 30 HC4/2/NQ/014 R/505/1974

Exploring Job Opportunities

2 1 8 10 HC6/2/NQ/006 L/504/9494

Health and Safety in a Working Environment

2 3 24 30 HC4/2/NQ/059 D/507/7008

Human Behaviour in Relationships

2 3 24 30 HE4/2/NQ/015 H/507/7009

Improve Own Performance in a

Business Environment 2 2 6 20 AY7/2/NQ/001 K/505/3178

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Improving Assertiveness and Decision Making

Skills 2 3 24 30 HB6/2/NQ/008 F/505/8709

Improving Own Learning and Performance

2 2 14 20 HB1/2/NQ/111 R/504/9500

Improving Punctuation and Grammar Skills

2 3 24 30 HD3/2/NQ/021 L/504/8488

Interview Skills 2 1 10 10 HC6/2/NQ/007 D/505/3288

Introduction to Mentoring 2 1 8 10 HB1/2/NQ/135 H/505/8671

Introduction to Self Employment

2 2 10 20 HC4/2/NQ/041 F/504/6530

Investigating a Career 2 3 24 30 HC6/2/NQ/010 L/504/8572

IT Software Fundamentals 2 3 20 30 CP0/2/NQ/009 K/505/6419

Learning from Volunteering

2 2 16 20 PT1/2/NQ/080 D/505/7194

Measures and Shape 2 3 24 30 HD4/2/NQ/014 H/505/2112

Mentoring Practice 2 2 16 20 HB1/2/NQ/149 A/506/5853

Mentoring Skills 2 3 24 30 HC4/2/NQ/060 Y/507/7010

Numeracy in Context 2 3 24 30 HD4/2/NQ/044 H/507/7012

Oral Communication Skills 2 3 24 30 HD2/2/NQ/001 M/505/2114

Oral Presentation Skills 2 2 16 20 HB6/2/NQ/006 L/505/3206

Personal Development 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/163 K/507/7013

Personal Learning Skills 2 6 48 60 HB1/2/NQ/131 D/506/2573

Personal Presentation in the Workplace

2 1 8 10 HB6/2/NQ/010 J/507/7228

Planning and Reviewing Learning

2 2 20 20 HC7/2/NQ/002 T/504/9506

Portfolio Building 2 1 7 10 HB1/2/NQ/088 J/505/2118

Prejudice and Discrimination Awareness

2 2 8 20 GC4/2/NQ/012 H/505/7293

Preparation for Work 2 3 27 30 HC4/2/NQ/061 F/507/7017

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Problem Solving Skills 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/162 M/507/6056

Read and Understand Text and Source Materials

2 3 24 30 HD3/2/NQ/030 J/507/7018

Research Project 2 3 14 30 HB1/2/NQ/089 H/505/2143

Recognising and Dealing with Bullying

2 2 16 20 HB1/2/NQ/116 T/505/7301

Recognising and Respecting Diversity in

the Workplace 2 1 8 10 HC1/2/NQ/021 A/504/9507

Recognising Leadership Skills

2 2 16 20 HC4/2/NQ/036 M/505/0220

Rights and Responsibilities in the

Workplace 2 2 16 20 HC1/2/NQ/018 F/505/4482

Setting Learning Goals 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/091 A/505/2147

Shape Using Pythagoras and Trigonometry

2 3 24 30 HD4/2/NQ/035 H/505/8833

Solving Problems in the Workplace

2 3 24 30 HC4/2/NQ/020 K/505/4489

Speaking and Listening Skills

2 3 24 30 HD3/2/NQ/031 F/507/7020

Spreadsheet Software 2 4 30 40 CP3/2/NQ/004 L/505/3299

Stress and Stress Management Techniques

2 3 24 30 HB3/2/NQ/003 H/504/8819

Take Part in an Activity 2 1 8 10 HB1/2/NQ/147 K/505/9174

Teamwork Skills 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/099 D/505/4490

Time Management Skills 2 2 16 20 HB1/2/NQ/113 K/505/5500

Undertaking an Enterprise Project

2 3 24 30 HC4/2/NQ/058 D/507/6019

Understanding Change in the Workplace

2 2 16 20 HC4/2/NQ/021 H/505/4491

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Understanding Opportunities in Work-based Learning and

Apprenticeships

2 1 8 10 HB1/2/NQ/164 J/507/7021

Understanding Structures in the Workplace

2 3 24 30 HC1/2/NQ/019 M/505/4493

Understanding the Business Environment

2 3 24 30 AY5/2/NQ/006 J/504/9588

Using Calculations 2 3 24 30 HD4/2/NQ/012 M/504/8208

Using Email 2 3 20 30 CR3/2/NQ/005 D/505/3310

Using Mobile IT Devices 2 2 15 20 CN4/2/NQ/003 H/505/3311

Using the Internet 2 4 30 40 CR3/2/NQ/006 K/505/3312

Word Processing Software

2 4 30 40 CQ1/2/NQ/004

M/505/3313

Work Experience 2 1 8 10 HC4/2/NQ/040 A/504/9362

Work in a Business Environment

2 2 18 20 AY6/2/NQ/003

T/505/3314

Working in a Group 2 3 24 30 HB1/2/NQ/093 A/505/2164

Working with Data and Probability

2 3 24 30 HD4/2/NQ/015 F/505/2165

Writing 2 3 24 30 HD3/2/NQ/029 H/507/3770

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Level descriptors

The level of the units within this qualification is linked to the latest QCF level descriptors published by Ofqual.

Level Knowledge Descriptor (the holder…)

Skills Descriptor (the holder can…)

Level 2 Has knowledge and understanding of

facts, procedures and ideas in an area of study or field of work to complete well-defined tasks and address straight-forward problems. Can interpret relevant information and ideas. Is aware of a range of information that is relevant to the area of study or work.

Select and use relevant cognitive and practical skills to complete well-defined, generally routine tasks and address straightforward problems. Identify, gather and use relevant information to inform actions. Identify how effective actions have been.

Extracted from ‘After the QCF A New Qualification Framework’ October 2015

5. Assessment

This qualification requires achievement of the specified units with no further requirements for additional/summative assessment. Achievement is therefore determined by successful completion of unit assessment. The assessment process is as follows:

Assessments are internally set and approved at the centre by assessors, against the requirements detailed in the assessment criteria of the unit.

The learners are assessed internally at the centre, using the assessments set.

The resulting portfolios of assessed evidence are internally quality assured by an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) at the centre.

The portfolios of assessed evidence are quality assured either by an Open College Network West Midlands Quality Adviser (QA) or, for centres with Direct Claims Status, an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) approved by Open College Network West Midlands.

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Assessment methods

When delivering Open College Network West Midlands units and qualifications, centres may choose from a range of assessment methods. It is important that the most effective and appropriate methods are selected. We therefore strongly advise that all those involved in assessment and internal quality assurance of this qualification refer to the Open College Network West Midlands Centre Handbook and our Assessment Methods publication. These provide guidance on the range of assessment methods available and the types of evidence appropriate for each. These publications are available on our website www.opencollnet.org.uk.

It is important when devising assessments to differentiate between the assessment method (what the learner is asked to do) and the evidence (what the learner produces).

When designing any assessment method, tutors or assessors will need to consider the presentation of the assessment task to the learner to make it fair and accessible. Tutors or assessors may also need to consider arrangements for learners with particular learning difficulties and will need to be aware of Open College Network West Midlands’ policy on reasonable adjustments.

All proposed assessment tasks must be checked and confirmed as appropriate, fair, valid and reliable by an appropriately qualified and experienced Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) before being issued to learners.

6. Offering the qualification

Centres wishing to deliver this qualification will need to demonstrate the ability to adhere to quality assurance and assessment regulations.

All procedures for the use of this qualification or units of this qualification, including approval, registration of learners, verification and certification will be completed through Open College Network West Midlands, who will have an identified officer to support your centre. If you have any queries or difficulties at any time you should contact the Open College Network West Midlands office on 01902 624230.

Approval to offer the qualification

If you are an Open College Network West Midlands Recognised Centre and you wish to add this qualification to your curriculum offer please also complete and submit an Open College Network West Midlands New Course Notification Form. This is available to download from here. The completed form should be forwarded to your Business Development Manager for approval.

If you are not an Open College Network West Midlands Recognised Centre and you wish to offer the qualification, you will need to apply for Centre Recognition with us. To start the application process please email [email protected] or telephone 01902 624 239.

For more information visit ‘Becoming a Centre’ on our website.

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Standardisation

Standardisation is a process that promotes consistency in the understanding and application of standards.

Standardisation:

establishes statements on the standard of evidence required to meet the assessment criteria for the units in Open College Network West Midlands qualifications;

makes recommendations on assessment practice;

produces advice and guidance for the assessment of units;

identifies good practice in assessment.

It is a requirement of the centre recognition process that each centre offering units from Open College Network West Midlands qualifications must contribute assessment materials and learners’ evidence for standardisation if requested.

Open College Network West Midlands will notify centres of the required sample for standardisation purposes. Assessment materials, learners’ evidence and tutor feedback will be sent to Open College Network West Midlands by centres.

Outcomes from standardisation will be available to centres through Open College Network West Midlands.

Support for centres

Open College Network West Midlands provide all of our centres with on-going support and advice on the use of Open College Network West Midlands units and qualifications, including the requirements for assessment.

If centres approved to offer Open College Network West Midlands units and qualifications have obtained a UKPRN (UK Provider Reference Number) from the UKRLP (UK Register of Learning Providers), this will be used as the centre reference number. If a centre has not obtained a UKPRN they will be issued with a unique Open College Network West Midlands centre number.

Information about obtaining a Unique Learner Number (ULN) on behalf of the learners is included in the Open College Network West Midlands Centre Handbook.

Centre responsibilities

Each centre should identify a centre contact who will be responsible for Open College Network West Midlands provision within the centre.

The centre contact must ensure all procedures relating to the delivery of the qualification operate effectively in the centre.

The centre contact is the person responsible for confirming and ensuring that the centre meets all the Open College Network West Midlands requirements for centre recognition.

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The centre contact is responsible for ensuring all relevant Open College Network West Midlands documentation is distributed as required within the centre and that the security requirements for external assessment are adhered to, where applicable.

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