Qualifications and Credit Framework Implementation
Qualifications and Credit Famework (QCF) Implementation.
The regulators have issued updated Guidance on Qualification Titles within the Qualifications and Credit Framework. This clarifies further when additional size descriptors can be used, beyond what is outlined in the Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework
http://www.ofqual.gov.uk/files/Regulatory_arrangements_QCF_August08.pdf
Managing the Transition from funding qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) to funding qualifications on the
Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)
http://readingroom.lsc.gov.uk/SFA/QCF_External_NQF_Turn_Off_Provider_GuidanceAug2010.pdf
The LSIS QCF Readiness Provider Support Programme offers flexible support for managers and practitioners from colleges and learning providers. http://www.excellencegateway.org.uk/page.aspx?o=qcfprovidersupport
Qualifications that continue to be funded under NQF. The Skills Funding Agency remains committed to currently funding the following NQF
qualifications:
- GCSEs
- A levels
- Skills for Life
- Functional Skills
and also QAA recognised access to Higher Education.