Case studies

The development projects have given providers the opportunity to explore different aspects of the VQ reforms and the QCF. The following case studies highlight the experiences of providers and how they are preparing for the implementation of the UK VQRP.

Materials

East Berkshire College - Case Study Sep 08 (119 KB) Downloadable file
Learning from experience and sharing good practice. The College has identified two key factors as instrumental in its successful delivery of the QCF accredited Diploma qualification:
HMP Birmingham: the impact of the QCF on offender learning organisations (Sept 2008) (26 KB) Downloadable file
A case study where HMP Birmigham, in preparing for implementation of the QCF, explored the impact of the QCF on Offender Learning organisations
Doncaster College: Advice for QCF implementation (sept 2008) (22 KB) Downloadable file
Some hints and tips from Doncaster College on the actions that need to be undertaken to increase the chance of successful implementation
Knowsley Community College - A learner's guide to the QCF (571 KB) Downloadable file
Knowsley Community College created a guide to provide more information for their learners on the QCF.
Knowsley College: Developing learners' understanding of the QCF (Sept 2008) (144 KB) Downloadable file
A case study on developing an information booklet on the QCF that learners could utilise within the induction process
Blackburn College - Case Study (25 KB) Downloadable file
Blackburn College worked with employers to develop and deliver QCF qualifications.
Westminster Kingsway College: ten steps to maximise participation in a development project (75 KB) Downloadable file
Some hints and tips from Westminster Kingsway College on how to maximise consultancy support
Milton Keynes Language Centre: Managing the transition from NQF to QCF(Sept 2008) (31 KB) Downloadable file
Some hints and tips from Milton Keynes Language Centre on how they are managing the transition from NQF to QCF