Recognising Achievement
Chapter 6

Qualifications in the Learning Age should meet the needs of people and uphold standards. They must value both academic and vocational achievement, and be easily understood, flexible, and widely recognised.

CHAPTER 6
1. The value of qualifications
2. Coherence and quality
3. Qualifications for young people
4. Records of Achievement
5. Key skills
6. Qualifications for adult learners
7. Qualifications in higher education
8. Priorities for early action
9. On-line consultation

Qualifications explained...
Foundation/Level 1 National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) level 1
General National Vocational Qualification (GNVQ) Foundation Level
5 GCSE Grades D-G
Intermediate/Level 2 NVQ level 2
GNVQ Intermediate Level
5 GCSE Grades A*-C
Advanced/Level 3 NVQ level 3
GNVQ Advanced Level
2 GCE A levels
Higher/Levels 4 and 5 NVQ levels 4 and 5
Higher National Certificates and Diplomas
Degrees and Post-graduate Qualifications
Note: NVQs test the abilities needed in particular occupations. GNVQs are courses which cover a broad occupational area.

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