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There are different ways to become highly qualified. The government has created the National Qualifications Framework to provide a way for people to compare qualifications achieved in work, in training and in education.
You can cross from one pathway to another at any stage. Think about which pathways are right for you. Investigate them using the guidance sites and the links below.
The National Qualifications Framework (NQF)
| Level | Academic Route | VCE | NVQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 (Post-Graduate) | Post-Graduate e.g. PhD, MSc |
Vocational Post Graduate Training |
All levels covered through learning in the workplace |
| Level 4 (Higher Education/Degree) | BA, BSc Degree |
Vocational Degrees |
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| Level 3 (Advanced) | A Levels |
Applied A levels |
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| Level 2 (GCSE Standard) | GCSEs |
Intermediate VCE |
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| Level 1 (Foundation) | Certificate of Entry |
Foundation VCE |
Look at the national qualifications framework website here
Find out about the main types of qualifications that are related to work and learning here
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