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Readiness Matrix for Implementation of the VQ ReformsTo help prepare you for the UK Vocational Qualification Reform Programme (UK VQRP), we have provided a matrix to identify how change ready your organisation is to meet the challenges of implementing the vocational qualifications reforms. You can work on the matrix as individuals or in teams and go through the areas that you think are relevant to your organisation. Using the matrix, you can rate your priorities and can help you develop a strategic plan for the implementation of the qualification reforms.
Employer and Provider Training Recognition Factsheet The QCA's factsheet about employer and provider training accreditation.
UKVQRP e-newsletter Issue 5 May 2008UK VQRP fifth e-newsletter
What are the timescales for QCF going live? When will the changes happen? The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) was approved by Further Education Minister Sion Simon on 14th November 2008. Those qualifications that have been reformed became available for delivery from autumn 2008 and the expectation is that all vocational qualifications will be reformed by 2010. Some reformed vocational qualifications can already be found on the National Database of Accredited Qualifications (www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk ), which contains all accredited qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. To find reformed qualifications users should use the search function on the database, typing in 'QCF'. The qualification regulator Ofqual, who defines the criteria for the Qualifications and Credit Framework and the regulatory arrangements for the organisations that design, develop and submit qualifications, published the new regulatory criteria in August 2008.
Can you tell us more about the QCF test and trials?The first year's (2006-2007) focus was on testing out the technical details ie the design of units, the combination of units and the credit value of units. The second year's(2007-2008) focus was on the learner's experience. Most tests and trials are led by a sector body or an awarding organisation, though nearly all have awarding organisation involvement. A second set of tests and trials with employer recognised awards and provider recognised awards got underway in October 2007. The final reports from the tests and trials were completed at the end of April 2008. These reports will contribute to inform the final recommendations to ministers about the future of the national roll out of the QCF. For more information, go to http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_8152.aspx .