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Caribbean Vocational Qualifications FAQs Handbook

4. What are the certification arrangements in place to facilitate
the CVQ* integration of the CSEC® and CAPE® Syllabuses?

(a) The content in selected CAPE® and CSEC® syllabuses and
the Regional Occupational Standards are aligned.
(b) This alignment has created the opportunity for students
where applicable (from territories that meet the
requirements for the issuing of CVQ* awards) to be
recognised for the Units of Competencies covered through
the SBA.
(c) The SBA component of the syllabus will be quality assured
(moderated) using the existing systems and strategies.
(d) If candidates are being registered for the CVQ* award, the
(i) assessor, (ii) internal verifier, (iii) external verifier and
the (iv) quality assurance auditor of the CXC® are
responsible for quality assuring training and assessment.
(e) Note that this is only applicable if the CVQ* Certificate or
Statements of Competence will be awarded.

5. How does one qualify for CVQ* Certification?

Candidates who have successfully completed the full CVQ*
Qualification are usually issued with a Statement of
Competence and a Certificate for the level and programme of
choice.

6. What are the benefits of the CVQ*?

• The CVQ* together with traditional academic qualifications
create alternative pathways to acquiring further education.
• It complements the academic track.
• It is a recognised and portable qualification in CARICOM and
the world.
• It ensures that you can perform in the workplace.
• It takes account of previous work experience and skills.

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