Welcome
to my QCF website where you can hopefully find all the information you need to complete your QCF course, so click on the relevant tabs and look for the information you may need.
What is a QCF?
A nationally recognised qualification
Ofqual, together with its partner regulators in Wales (DCELLS) and Northern Ireland (CCEA), is responsible for regulation of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
The QCF is a system for recognising skills and qualifications. It does this by awarding credit for qualifications and units (small steps of learning). Each unit has a credit value. This value specifies the number of credits gained by learners who complete that unit. The flexibility of the system allows learners to gain qualifications at their own pace along routes that suit them best.
Why should I do an QCF?
Completion of an QCF shows your current and potential future employees that you are competent in your work and demonstrates an interest in continued development, improving your employability
Do I have to attend a college or night school?
No. QCFs are an assessment of your competence in your workplace. An assessor will visit you in your workplace to carry out a range of assessments. Your assessor may also need to talk with your colleagues and/or line manager.
Is there any homework?
Yes, there may be. You will collect most of your evidence in the workplace as a result of your daily work.
Organising and cross referencing your evidence and compiling your portfolio will also need tobe done. You may have to do this at home if you do not have enough time within your working hours.
Are there any examinations?
No. Your assessor will assess you over a period of time in your workplace.
Yes, if you are completing the QCF as part of an Apprenticeship programme.
Will it stop me from doing my job?
No. In fact, the QCF should complement your job and demonstrate your competence.
How much time will it take?
You can work at your own pace. The time it takes for you to complete your QCF may be affected by workload, your commitment (and the employer's) and how easily you can find the evidence required.
Can I fail an QCF?
No. If you have not provided enough or the right evidence, your assessor will help you find additional or different evidence.
How often will I see my assessor?
Your assessor should either visit or contact you every three to four weeks.
How long will a visit last?
This will vary depending on what your assessor has planned with you. It may take 2-3 hours or longer if you are being observed carrying out a lengthy piece of work.