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HSCDiploma.com

5 October, 2011 - 10:44 — Tom

HSCDiploma.com is the sister site to NVQweb and provides a independent place for networking and support for those involved with the Health and Social Care Diploma.

An Introduction to the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF)

12 October, 2011 - 07:17 — Tom

Published by the QCDA in 2010, this booklet provides a colourful explanation of the QCF.

NVQ Portfolios - key messages and principles

30 September, 2011 - 18:40 — Tom

Still promoted by OFQUAL. This guidance from the old QCA, supports less bureacractic competence based assessment.

In my opinion this guidance is valid for all competence based assessment including QCF.

Videos explaining vocational qualifications

30 September, 2011 - 13:24 — Tom

From DirectGov, here are some interesting videos that can be viewed online. A useful resource for learners and  staff.

Click here

Factsheet on current assessor and verifier qualifications

23 August, 2010 - 10:56 — Tom

New qualifications have been introduced for assessing and assuring the quality of assessment of vocational achievement.

They have been developed in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). The framework offers increased flexibility in the way vocational achievement can be assessed and demonstrated.

To cheat or not to cheat

26 February, 2010 - 10:16 — Tom

Ofqual have published 3 free guidance publications for students, parents and carers and teachers. They are each designed to highlight the growing issue and concern of plagiarism and the problem of the developing 'cut and paste' culture. You can download a copy of the guides at:
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/+/http://www.ofqual.gov.uk/271...

Guidance on Recognition of Prior Learning in QCF

25 February, 2009 - 16:48 — Tom

Published by QCA (now defunct) in 2010, this document provides guidance on the use of evidence from prior learning and experience within the new Qualification and Credit Framework.

This should be read in conjunction with your centre and awarding body RPL policy.

RPL used to be referred to as APL or APEL.

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