Modular Qualifications

The new Qualifications Credit Framework (QCF) forms an integral part of a larger UK Vocational Qualification Reform Programme and is a demand led framework of recognising skills and qualifications. It is a simple system that allows learners to undertake bite-sized modules of learning. Credit values are assigned to each module based on hours of learning required to complete. These credits can then be banked for life. Rules of combination are then applied which allow the accumulated credits to be added up to make full qualifications. It enables people to gain qualifications at their own pace along flexible routes.

The new Framework will save time, save costs and allow for a much more effective use of qualifications and a more targeted approach to training, adding value to companies’ training programmes and supporting lifelong learning.

The QCF is being implemented in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. In Wales the QCF will form part of the larger Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW). Scotland is already operating under the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), which differs in structure to the QCF. The SCQF is Scotland’s lifelong learning framework to recognise academic, vocational and general qualifications. Cross framework articulation is currently under review.

Ofqual, and its partner qualifications regulators in Northern Ireland (CCEA) and Wales (DCELLS), is responsible for regulation of the QCF.

The regulatory requirements that apply to the organisations that operate within and the qualifications that are accredited into the QCF, are set out in Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework. This was published on 28 August 2008 and is available to download by clicking here.

The QCF is now open for accreditations. All key qualifications will be migrated by 2010 and the QCF will be fully operational from January 2011 onwards. To view the Migration Plan, click here

To help you understand the implementation of the QCF, we have created some frequently asked questions. Click here to view

If you have any other queries, please contact Lisa Williamson on 01235 432029 or lisa.williamson@proskills.co.uk

Qualification/Unit (QCF) feedback form:

This feedback form is designed to allow you to have your say on a Qualification or Unit. The information you provide will be treated as confidential and will only be seen by Proskills staff involved with this work. Feedback will be collated and where it is reasonable and practical to do so, Proskills will address issues. Click on the link below to download the feedback form:

Vocational Qualifications

Proskills has spent the last 18 months working with employers from the process manufacturing industries to create a new suite of vocational qualifications that will open the door to thousands of new learners.

Details of the new suite of qualifications for each industry can be found via the links below:

To download our QCF – FAQs, click here

You can call our Customer Services hotline on 01235 432030 to discuss how to get your in house training formally recognised as a qualification.

Fundable qualifications available from September 2010

To find out more, click here

Useful links:

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