What is Ofqual?
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department. They regulate qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Ofqual reports directly to Parliament.
What is RQF?
The RQF is the Regulatory Qualifications Framework for England. Qualifications accepted for use by Ofqual are placed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications, with information on their level and size to indicate their position on the RQF.
Why should you choose an RQF Qualification?
RQF qualifications are made up of units and credits. They are regulated by Ofqual. This means your course and your award is fully recognised in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This also makes it easier to get international recognition with a government backed certificate.
What is NOS?
NOS stands for National Occupational Standards and it describes the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to undertake a particular task or job to a nationally recognised level of competence.
What is an APPG?
All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) are informal cross-party groups that have no official status within Parliament. They are run by and for Members of the Commons and Lords, though many choose to involve individuals and organisations from outside Parliament in their administration and activities
There is one for Beauty, Aesthetics & Wellbeing – https://baw-appg.com/
What is an IQA?
Internal Quality Assurer (also known as an Internal Verifier). This is an important part of the learning and assessment process. It’s their responsibility to make sure everything from classroom study to final examinations run smoothly and to a high standard.
What is the DET Qualification?
The DET qualification is for those carrying out a teaching role and who need to gain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status (QTLS).
What is an EQA?
An EQA’s role is to review the processes of assessment and internal quality assurance within an approved centre. An EQA must ensure approved centre staff members are making assessment judgements that are consistent with the qualification learning outcomes and assessment criteria