National Vocational Qualification (NVQ)
National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) are work-related, competence based qualifications that reflect the skills and knowledge needed to do a job effectively.
They represent national standards recognised by employers throughout the country. They are organised into a classification which is based on the competence levels required.
NVQs are based on national occupational standards, which describe what competent people in a particular occupation are expected to be able to do.
This includes current best practice, the ability to adapt to future requirements and the knowledge and understanding which underpins competent performance.
Source:
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/nvq Related Terms:
National occupational standards (NOS)
Related Links:
National Qualifications Framework (NQF),
