Instrument for developing, classifying and issuing qualifications in a sector of the economy, at national or international level, according to a set of criteria (such as descriptors) applicable to specified levels of learning outcomes.
Comment
- A sectoral qualifications framework aims to ensure that staff of businesses operating at international level meet the qualifications standards of the industry; it can also regulate access to specific occupations (regulated professions);
- various sectors have developed a qualifications framework (e.g. accounting, air and maritime transport, building, banking and finance, hospitality, ICT, insurance, hairdressing, health and social services, language teaching, sports and leisure, welding).
Source
Cedefop.