NQF Support Answers

HOW WILL I BENEFIT FROM ENROLLING IN THIS PROGRAMME?

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The NQF Support Link consists of seven modules which are aligned to unit standards registered on the NQF. These are:

Module 1 - Implementing the NQF

The module outlines the history, transformative intentions and values of the NQF and how it operates.

Credits	Level	Unit Standard ID Number	Unit Standard Title
5	5	114924	Demonstrate understanding of the outcomes-based education and training approach within the context of a National Qualifications Framework

Module 2 - The NQF and strategic governance

This module provides the knowledge and skills essential for strategic decisions and the legal and institutional responsibilities involved in implementing the NQF and its components.

Credits

Level

Unit Standard ID Number

Unit Standard Title

114922

Provide guidance on the strategic governance of NQF implementation by education, training and development providers

Module 3 - The NQF and learning programmes

This module guides and supports participants through the steps essential to ensure the quality of new learning programmes serving the NQF.

Credits	Level	Unit Standard ID Number	Unit Standard Title
10	6	116811	Manage learning at an education, training and development provider

Module 4 - The NQF and assessment

This module allows learners to explain the essential principles and practices promoted by the NQF within the framework of assessment.

Credits	Level	Unit Standard ID Number	Unit Standard Title
10	6	116810	Manage assessment in a learning organisation

Module 5 - The NQF and learnerships

This is a practical guide to understanding learnerships and skills programmes. It is also a guide for a training provider to develop a plan for learnerships and an implementation plan, including learning facilitation and assessment.

Credits

Level

Unit Standard ID Number

Unit Standard Title

114926

Develop plans for implementing Learnerships and Skills Programmes within a learning organisation

Module 6 - The NQF, information systems and the National Learners' Records Database (NLRD),

This module explains and explores the vision expressed through the NLRD and its place in the NQF. It explains the importance of channeling data to the NLRD via appropriate bodies and how learners and your organisation accrue the benefits of the NLRD.

Credits	Level	Unit Standard ID Number	Unit Standard Title
4	5	114925	Manage learner information using an information management system

Module 7 - The NQF and RPL

In keeping with the structure of the other NQF Support Link modules, Unit 1 of this new module provides general insight into what RPL is and into some of the issues involved. Unit 2 explores the detail of the legislation, policy, regulations, guidelines and good practices for sustainable implementation, making use of a range of case studies and thus providing a solid grounding in the policies and practices required for officially recognised RPL in South Africa. The first part of unit 3 familiarises learners with all the areas required by the RPL unit standard.

Credits	Level	Unit Standard ID Number	Unit Standard Title
10	7	116587	Develop, support and promote RPL practices

HOW WILL I LEARN?

You can choose from three modes of delivery;

Face-to-face learning: Attend workshops where the courseware is provided in book format
Computer-based learning: Using a CD-ROM provided on registration
LMS includes a user-friendly interface, advanced from both technology and instructional e-learning design perspectives for online learning

Qualified tutors and facilitators are available to provide timely support.

HOW WILL I BENEFIT FROM ENROLLING IN THIS PROGRAMME?

The NQF Support Link modules offer:

sound advice on how to implement the NQF
customised courseware to suit your organisation's needs
a dedicated website, the NQF Gateway, to assist and provide you with additional information
credits for each module that you successfully complete
a choice of modules that meet your needs

Visit the NQF Gateway – your online resource centre for the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). The NQF Gateway offers free and easy access to a range of resources that will help you to make more effective use of the NQF. www.nqf.org.za

WHAT DO OTHER LEARNERS SAY?

"No matter how involved I was with the NQF, I always felt that I didn't know enough and still had a lot to learn. But after attending this course I feel comfortable that I gained enough knowledge to assist clients and fellow colleagues. I would recommend this course to anyone who deals with the NQF in one way or another."

"I commend the NQF Support Link team for the excellent work they are doing. They have made it a pleasure to work with the NQF. Thank you, and keep up the good work of skilling our Nation."

"I've never seen such well written materials and clued up facilitators. I really enjoyed the course and would like to attend all the modules in the programme. It's really given me a better understanding and plenty of self-confidence when dealing with clients."

"I think the NQF Support Link is long overdue. I love the fact that I can gain valuable information in such a short period of time. The expert facilitation and on-going support really motivated me to keep working on my portfolio, long after the workshop had ended."