Verify the Quality of Micro-Credentials Today

Quality Verification Centers (QVCs) are formed to create a trusted system to verify the quality of stand-alone micro-credentials (SAMCs). The QVCs ensure greater transparency and accountability and provide pathways to higher education (HE) qualifications and certifications. The QVCs also provide secure credentials that attest to the learning acquired.

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About Quality Verification Centre (QVC)

Empowering Education Through Quality Verification of Micro-Credentials for Lifelong Learning.

1

Maintaining Standards

Quality verification ensures that micro-credentials meet certain standards of quality in their design, delivery, and assessment.

2

Credibility and Trust

In a crowded credential marketplace, quality assessment by a recognized body adds credibility to micro-credentials.

3

Recognition by Employers

Quality verification can signal to employers that a micro-credential represents genuine, assessed learning.

4

Facilitating Credit Transfer

Quality verification can help higher education providers recognize micro-credentials for credit transfer.

5

Transparency and Accountability

Quality verification promotes transparency and accountability by ensuring credibility in micro-credential standards.

6

Supporting Lifelong Learning

Micro-credentials support workforce development, and quality verification ensures their credibility and value.

Verification Process

A structured process to ensure transparency and accountability in the verification of micro-credentials.

1

Application by a SAMC Provider

A qualified provider applies for quality verification (QV) using the prescribed form and submits all necessary documents.

2

Pre-screening of SAMC Application

The QVC conducts an initial check to ensure completeness. If incomplete, feedback is provided for resubmission.

3

Quality Verification of the SAMC

The QVC assesses whether the SAMC meets the requirements outlined in the Guidelines to Good Practices (GGP).

4

Assessment of QMS

The QVC verifies that the SAMC provider has an effective Quality Management System (QMS).

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Listing

If approved, the QVC submits details of the verified SAMC to the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) for listing.

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Monitoring

Both the QVC and MQA continuously monitor the verified SAMCs and their providers for ongoing compliance.

Services Offered

Quality Verification Centers (QVCs) offer a range of services related to the quality verification of stand-alone micro-credentials (SAMCs).

Application Management

Receiving and vetting SAMC applications to ensure they are complete. Managing and monitoring applications based on a client charter.

Assessment Processes

Identifying, appointing, and managing qualified content and MQF assessors. Considering recommendations from assessors to make final decisions on SAMC verification.

Quality Assurance

Submitting details of quality-verified SAMCs to the MQA. Monitoring quality-verified SAMCs and their providers for compliance.

Guidance and Support

Educating and advising potential SAMC providers on quality verification policies and procedures.

System Management

Evaluating the eligibility of SAMC providers, managing the assessment process, and maintaining an online management system.

Data Security

Ensuring data security and confidentiality when contracting with third parties.

FAQs

Discover answers to your questions about our quality verification process and services.

A Quality Verification Center (QVC) is an organization that ensures the credibility of micro-credentials. It verifies that these credentials meet established quality standards. This process builds trust among learners and employers.

Verification is crucial for establishing the quality and credibility of micro-credentials. It assures employers and learners that the credentials represent genuine learning. This recognition can enhance career opportunities.

The process begins with an application from a SAMC provider. The QVC conducts a thorough assessment to ensure compliance with quality standards. If approved, the SAMC is listed for public recognition.

Any qualified provider of stand-alone micro-credentials can apply for verification. This includes educational institutions and training organizations. They must meet the necessary criteria outlined by the QVC.

If an application is rejected, the QVC provides feedback on the reasons for rejection. Applicants can address the issues and resubmit their application. This process encourages continuous improvement.

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