15.1Regulated qualifications will be referenced to either the QCF or the NQF. These frameworks help describe the characteristics of qualifications and aid comparability. We will continue to use the frameworks in the future. Conditions of recognition and, where appropriate, the criteria for accreditation will require awarding organisations to design qualifications so that they can be clearly referenced to one of the frameworks.
15.2The QCF makes use of features designed to value learner achievements and to facilitate employer involvement in the design of qualifications. We are currently undertaking a two year evaluation of the regulation of the QCF. The transitional arrangements will make sure that implementation of the QCF is not destabilised by the introduction of the new regulatory approach.
15.3In due course we will consider the desirability and sustainability of the two separate frameworks. We will also consider the relationship between the frameworks and the European Qualifications Framework.
15.4We would consult before making changes to the framework arrangements.
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