The structure of a QCF qualification
There are three sizes of qualification in the QCF:
- Award (1 to 12 credits)
- Certificate (13 to 36 credits)
- Diploma (37 credits or more)
Each qualification title contains the following:
- the level of the qualification (from Entry level at the bottom to level 8 at the top)
- the size of qualification (Award/Certificate/Diploma)
- details indicating the content of the qualification.
For example:
The most suitable QCF qualification for many employees in the waste industry is the;
"WAMITAB Level 2 Certificate for Sustainable Waste Management Operative (QCF 501/1855/9)"
To achieve this qualification learners must complete 10 units - (minimum credit 33)
For Team Leaders the most suitable qualifications is the;
"WAMITAB Level 2 Diploma for Sustainable Waste Management Operative (Team Leader) (QCF 501/1446/3)"
To achieve this qualification learners must complete 10 units (minimum credit - 38)
This consistent way of describing what subject the qualification covers, how difficult it is and how much work it involves will help learners and employers compare different qualifications.
