Quick guides

These Quick Guides focus on different aspects of the UK Vocational Qualification Reform Programme (UK VQRP).  We aim to build on these guides and update materials to ensure that they remain relevant and accurate.

Materials

•   The UK Vocational Qualification Reform Programme 05/12/08   (69 KB)   Downloadable file
  The aim of the reform programme is to set up a qualifications system across the UK
  
  
  
•   The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) 05/12/08   (78 KB)   Downloadable file
  The Qualifications and Credit Framework is a new way of recognising skills and qualifications. It does this by awarding credit for qualifications and units (small steps of learning).
  
  
  
•   The Foundation Learning Tier (FLT) 05/12/08   (72 KB)   Downloadable file
  The FLT programme of work, led by the LSC and QCA, has been set up to improve provision for learners at Entry and Level 1 within the context of the QCF and to raise participation, achievement and pro...
  
  
  
•   Learning and Skills Council: Demand-led funding 05/12/08   (73 KB)   Downloadable file
  This Quick Guide aims to describe the key LSC documents, how the QCF funding fits with the demand-led funding methodology in 2008/09
  
  
  
•   Course Design using the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) 05/12/08   (71 KB)   Downloadable file
  A simple and consistent framework that will enable a learner or employer to quickly understand the difficulty and size of the achievement of the qualification.
  
  
  
•   Monitoring Learner Achievement 05/12/08   (81 KB)   Downloadable file
  Monitoring Learner Achievement within the Qualifications and Credit Framework.
  
  
  
•   Sector Skills Councils 05/12/08   (93 KB)   Downloadable file
  This quick guide gives you essential information about the general role of Sector Skills Councils and, in particular, their part in the qualification reforms.
  
  
  
•   Recognition of Employer and Provider Training within the QCF 05/12/08   (104 KB)   Downloadable file
  The benefits of Employer and Provider training recognition within the Qualifications and Credit Framework.