Overview of National Qualification frameworks - Project-Nqf-Sqf

1 Structure and levels of NQFTemplate for an overview of NQFs in ItalyWork package 3:Referenceability of National Qualification FrameworksFor countries that already have an NQF or plan to introduce an NQF:__ How many levels does/will the NQF have?The structures of the NQF levels and level descriptors have not yet been defined, although there arecomponents in place, e.g. in HE and more recently at upper secondary level. Italy uses a learningoutcomes approach and the EQF level descriptors as a basis for further developments. The nationalcoordination point is currently working on this topic.__ What kind of descriptors are/will be used (learning outcomes, dimensions)?In the QF for HE, Dublin descriptors are used nationally for three cycles agreed within the Bolognaprocess. More specific descriptors are being defined for each programme by universities. Short cyclequalifications will be defined by subdescriptors taking into account differences in specific elements ofqualifications (e.g. workload, length, access etc).__ Are the same descriptors used for all qualifications/sectors?Nothing has been decided about that. Probably, while the aim is to overcome diversities and develop acommon and shared language, the same descriptors will be used for all qualification/sectors.__ Define the NQF’s typology: Does it have a focus on coordinating the existing system (transparency,coherence), a focus on regulating the existing system (quality, accountability) or a focus ontransforming system (new standards and new provision)?The NQF’s typology will have a focus on coordinating the existing systems, especially for what concerntransparency and coherence of qualifications.__ Are there already revisions of the NQF planned?Work is in progress.For countries that don’t plan to introduce an NQF:__Are there plans to implement the EQF? If so, please describe.2 Segments of the educational system__ Which segments of the educational system are differentiated in your country (e.g. GeneralEducation, Vocational schools / dual system 1 , VET, Higher Education, Adult Education)? Pleasegive a short survey in note form.1 Dual system: In countries such as in Austria or Germany apprenticeship training takes places at two differentsites: company-based training of apprentices is complemented by compulsory attendance of a part-time vocationalPage 1/1