Register of External Verifiers to be Setup  

August 29, 2003

As part of the process to set up an Awarding Body for National Vocation Qualifications (NVQs),  the TVET Council will be creating a register of persons to serve as External Verifiers. 

External Verifiers are subject-specialists whose job is to make sure that the NVQs in their subject area are being assessed to the same high standards at the respective centres. 

The frequency with which External Verifiers visit centres offering NVQs will depend on several factors, including the centre's experience in delivering nationally recognised qualifications. 

There was favourable response to advertisements placed in the local press for persons qualified and experienced in the areas of Information Technology, Tourism and Hospitality and Customer Service, to register for the opportunity to serve as external verifiers. 

The next step in the selection process, which is the interviewing of applicants who have been short listed, is expected to be completed by the end of October. 

NVQs are based on the concept of occupational competence; the ability to perform to the standards required in employment across a range of circumstances and to meet changing demands. NVQs concentrate on what people can do; this includes the technical skills as well as planning, problem solving, dealing with unexpected occurrences, working with other people and applying the knowledge and understanding that underpins overall competence.