Australian Qualifications Framework

Australian Qualifications Framework Australian Qualifications FrameworkPosted October 13, 2011, by Andrea RiddellThe Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is a national framework that aims to protect and ensure the quality of Australian education. Under the AQF, there is a high national standard across all education and training sectors, meaning that all qualifications are recognised across Australia as well as worldwide. Each State and Territory has legislative responsibility for authorising the issuance of qualifications in the senior secondary schools, vocational education and training and higher education sectors.All Australian education and training institutions that wish to offer courses to international students must be registered with the Commonwealth Government. These institutions are monitored and audited on a regular basis to guarantee quality control and to ensure that they comply with regulations.International students are also protected under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act. The AQF allows students to start studying at any level that suits their skills and knowledge and makes it easy to build upon qualifications with further credentials. This is due to the creation of a common understanding of what constitutes each qualification. The AQF also provides a benchmark for credit transfers and recognition of prior learning, making it easier to understand and compare levels of qualifications. AQF QualificationsHere are the AQF qualifications by sector of accreditation. Schools SectorSenior Secondary Certificate of EducationVocational Education and Training SectorVocational Graduate Diploma Vocational Graduate Certificate Advanced Diploma Diploma Certificate IV Certificate III Certificate II Certificate IHigher Education SectorDoctoral Degree Masters Degree Graduate Diploma Graduate Certificate Bachelor Degree Associate Degree Advanced Diploma Diploma ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider Stori esShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice Administrator CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire OnlineAndrea RiddellRelated ArticlesBrowse moraBreaking through the glass ceilingSocial mediaOPINION The price of being socialSocial media. A proactive tool for personal branding or a one way ticket to self-destruction? Our writers go head-to-head.Cover lettersInformation Technology5 Tips for Writing an IT ResumeYouve got all the right qualifications for the IT role of your dreams but every job application you send disappears into a puff of smoke. No call back, no feedback and no interview. We can helpEmployment trendsFreelancerAustralias Freelance Revolution (And How To Join It)Fre elancing used to be considered something you did in between real jobs, but the portfolio career is growing in popularity and its not just because of the GFC or volatile job markets. Marni investigates why the workforce is more fluid than ever.