Reading material for Lesson 1.1 Overview of vocational scenario in India

6. National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF)

6.2. Qualification file template

Qualification Title

  • Enter the full title of the qualification as it will appear on certificates. Title should be as clear and informative as possible.
  • Any identification number which has been formally allocated to the qualification by the certificating body should be included here.

Nature and purpose of the qualification

  • Indicate the nature of the qualification. For example, a qualification pack (QP) a trade certificates aligned to QP, a diploma which incorporates National Occupational Standers (NOS), or a Qualification which is not directly linked to any QP or NOS.
  • Indicate the main purpose of the qualification and the target learners - e.g designed to get people in to work, a qualification intended for people already in work, a qualification to allow people to add new skills based on technological change.