The inclusion of certificates and degrees into the Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning is based on an assessment of the learning outcomes that the individual degree/certificate documents in relation to the framework’s level descriptors.
The assessment is to be based on one of the two following principles:
Full fit
The learning outcomes must completely correspond to the level descriptor for a given level in terms of knowledge, skills and competence. This principle is applied when placing degrees and certificates at levels 6-8 in the Qualifications Framework and when placing degrees in the higher education system at level 5 (the Academy Profession degree and VVU degree).
Best fit
The learning outcomes must in general, in terms of knowledge, skills and competence, fit better with the level descriptor for a given level than for other levels. This principle is applied when placing certificates and certificates for supplementary qualifications at levels 1-5 in the Qualifications Framework.
Supplementary qualifications
Supplementary qualifications are a special case in that in general they must fulfil the requirements concerning either knowledge, skills or competence at a given level. When such certificates are to be included, it is therefore a matter of finding the focal point in the learning outcome and then finding the level descriptor to which it best corresponds.